Electricity rates in Wrightsville Beach, NC
Wrightsville Beach (2,564 people, New Hanover County) is served by Duke Energy Progress. Homes on Duke Energy Progress pay about 16.45¢/kWh, 11% more than the North Carolina average.
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Electric companies serving Wrightsville Beach
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duke Energy Progress | Investor-owned utility | 16.45¢ | $172 | 1.38M | 183 |
Power outages in New Hanover County right now
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Outage history in New Hanover County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 4,300 | 3,460 |
| Days with outages | 207 | 170 |
| Most customers out at once | 3,645 (143.3%) | 4,005 (157.4%) |
| Worst day | 2024-09-16 | 2025-07-10 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (4,300 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Seagate 16.4¢
- Masonboro 16.4¢
- Ogden 16.4¢
- Kings Grant 16.4¢
- Bayshore 16.4¢
- Murraysville 16.4¢
- Myrtle Grove 16.4¢
- Silver Lake 16.4¢
- Northchase 16.4¢
- Wilmington 16.4¢
ZIP codes: 28480
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Wrightsville Beach?
Most homes in Wrightsville Beach get power from Duke Energy Progress, where residential customers pay an average of 16.45¢/kWh including all charges. The North Carolina average is 14.77¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢.
What is the average electric bill in Wrightsville Beach?
About $172 a month, based on 1,046 kWh a month (the average for Duke Energy Progress customers) at 16.45¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Wrightsville Beach, NC?
Duke Energy Progress serves Wrightsville Beach.
How often does the power go out in Wrightsville Beach?
In 2025, customers in New Hanover County averaged 57 hr 40 min without power. Outages hit 170 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-07-10, when 4,005 customers (157.4%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.