Electricity rates in Winston-Salem, NC
Winston-Salem (241,218 people, Forsyth County) is served by 3 electric utilities. Homes on Duke Energy Carolinas pay about 13.94¢/kWh, 6% less than the North Carolina average.
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Electric companies serving Winston-Salem
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duke Energy Carolinas | Investor-owned utility | 13.94¢ | $139 | 1.96M | 216 |
| EnergyUnited Electric Member Corp. | Electric cooperative | 12.23¢ | $149 | 124K | 169 |
| Surry-Yadkin Electric Member Corp. | Electric cooperative | 18.46¢ | $196 | 28K | 249 |
Power outages in Forsyth County right now
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Outage history in Forsyth County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 1,331 | 954 |
| Days with outages | 146 | 166 |
| Most customers out at once | 13,190 (47.3%) | 6,769 (24.2%) |
| Worst day | 2024-03-20 | 2025-08-01 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (1,331 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Walkertown 13.9¢
- Wallburg 13.9¢
- Clemmons 13.9¢
- Kernersville 13.9¢
- Lewisville 13.9¢
- Rural Hall 13.9¢
- Midway 13.9¢
- Tobaccoville 13.9¢
- Bermuda Run 13.9¢
- Welcome 13.9¢
ZIP codes: 27101, 27102, 27103, 27104, 27105, 27106, 27107, 27108, 27109, 27110, 27111, 27113, 27114, 27115, 27116, 27117, 27120, 27127, 27130, 27150, 27152, 27155, 27157, 27198, 27199
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Winston-Salem?
Most homes in Winston-Salem get power from Duke Energy Carolinas, where residential customers pay an average of 13.94¢/kWh including all charges. The North Carolina average is 14.77¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Winston-Salem: EnergyUnited Electric Member Corp. (12.23¢), Surry-Yadkin Electric Member Corp. (18.46¢).
What is the average electric bill in Winston-Salem?
About $139 a month, based on 996 kWh a month (the average for Duke Energy Carolinas customers) at 13.94¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Winston-Salem, NC?
3 utilities serve Winston-Salem's ZIP codes: Duke Energy Carolinas, EnergyUnited Electric Member Corp., Surry-Yadkin Electric Member Corp.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Winston-Salem?
In 2025, customers in Forsyth County averaged 15 hr 54 min without power. Outages hit 166 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-08-01, when 6,769 customers (24.2%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.