Electricity rates in Bennettsville, SC
Bennettsville (8,605 people, Marlboro County) is served by Duke Energy Progress. Homes on Duke Energy Progress pay about 14.92¢/kWh, 5% less than the South Carolina average.
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Electric companies serving Bennettsville
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duke Energy Progress | Investor-owned utility | 14.92¢ | $180 | 144K | 119 |
Power outages in Marlboro County right now
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Outage history in Marlboro County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 66 | 65 |
| Days with outages | 24 | 23 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,232 (8.2%) | 1,121 (7.5%) |
| Worst day | 2024-06-27 | 2025-12-29 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (66 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- McColl 14.9¢
- Cheraw 14.9¢
- Dillon 14.9¢
- Latta 14.9¢
- Chesterfield 14.9¢
- Darlington 14.9¢
- North Hartsville 14.9¢
- Hartsville 14.9¢
- Florence 14.9¢
- Marion 14.9¢
ZIP codes: 29512
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Bennettsville?
Most homes in Bennettsville get power from Duke Energy Progress, where residential customers pay an average of 14.92¢/kWh including all charges. The South Carolina average is 15.64¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢.
What is the average electric bill in Bennettsville?
About $180 a month, based on 1,206 kWh a month (the average for Duke Energy Progress customers) at 14.92¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Bennettsville, SC?
Duke Energy Progress serves Bennettsville.
How often does the power go out in Bennettsville?
In 2025, customers in Marlboro County averaged 65 min without power. Outages hit 23 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-12-29, when 1,121 customers (7.5%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.