Electricity rates in Bishopville, SC
Bishopville (3,274 people, Lee County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Duke Energy Progress pay about 14.92¢/kWh, 5% less than the South Carolina average.
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Electric companies serving Bishopville
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duke Energy Progress | Investor-owned utility | 14.92¢ | $180 | 144K | 119 |
| Black River Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 15.83¢ | $204 | 31K | 96 |
Power outages in Lee County right now
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Outage history in Lee County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 464 | 485 |
| Days with outages | 53 | 51 |
| Most customers out at once | 3,306 (58.3%) | 2,849 (50.2%) |
| Worst day | 2024-06-22 | 2025-06-26 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (464 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Hartsville 14.9¢
- North Hartsville 14.9¢
- Dalzell 14.9¢
- Timmonsville 14.9¢
- East Sumter 14.9¢
- Camden 14.0¢
- Sumter 14.9¢
- Oakland 15.8¢
- Cherryvale 14.9¢
- Darlington 14.9¢
ZIP codes: 29010
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Bishopville?
Most homes in Bishopville 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¢. Other utilities serving parts of Bishopville: Black River Electric Co-op (15.83¢).
What is the average electric bill in Bishopville?
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 Bishopville, SC?
2 utilities serve Bishopville's ZIP codes: Duke Energy Progress, Black River Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Bishopville?
In 2025, customers in Lee County averaged 8 hr 5 min without power. Outages hit 51 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-26, when 2,849 customers (50.2%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.