Electricity rates in Blacksburg, SC
Blacksburg (1,883 people, Cherokee County) is served by 3 electric utilities. Homes on Duke Energy Carolinas pay about 13.97¢/kWh, 11% less than the South Carolina average.
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Electric companies serving Blacksburg
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duke Energy Carolinas | Investor-owned utility | 13.97¢ | $147 | 582K | 220 |
| York Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 14.30¢ | $155 | 66K | 66 |
| Broad River Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 17.94¢ | $193 | 24K | 108 |
Power outages in Cherokee County right now
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Outage history in Cherokee County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 4,104 | 141 |
| Days with outages | 44 | 45 |
| Most customers out at once | 20,452 (51.5%) | 5,450 (13.7%) |
| Worst day | 2024-09-27 | 2025-11-08 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (4,104 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- East Gaffney 14.0¢
- Gaffney 14.0¢
- Clover 14.0¢
- York 14.0¢
- Cowpens 14.0¢
- Mayo 14.0¢
- Pacolet 14.0¢
- Newport 14.0¢
- Spartanburg 14.0¢
- Lake Wylie 14.0¢
ZIP codes: 29702
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Blacksburg?
Most homes in Blacksburg get power from Duke Energy Carolinas, where residential customers pay an average of 13.97¢/kWh including all charges. The South Carolina average is 15.64¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Blacksburg: York Electric Co-op (14.30¢), Broad River Electric Co-op (17.94¢).
What is the average electric bill in Blacksburg?
About $147 a month, based on 1,051 kWh a month (the average for Duke Energy Carolinas customers) at 13.97¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Blacksburg, SC?
3 utilities serve Blacksburg's ZIP codes: Duke Energy Carolinas, York Electric Co-op, Broad River Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Blacksburg?
In 2025, customers in Cherokee County averaged 2 hr 21 min without power. Outages hit 45 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-11-08, when 5,450 customers (13.7%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.