Electricity rates in Cheraw, SC
Cheraw (5,778 people, Chesterfield 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 Cheraw
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duke Energy Progress | Investor-owned utility | 14.92¢ | $180 | 144K | 119 |
| Lynches River Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 17.08¢ | $182 | 22K | 202 |
Power outages in Chesterfield County right now
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Outage history in Chesterfield County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 438 | 252 |
| Days with outages | 72 | 73 |
| Most customers out at once | 2,935 (18.2%) | 3,357 (20.8%) |
| Worst day | 2024-04-12 | 2025-05-10 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (438 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Chesterfield 14.9¢
- Bennettsville 14.9¢
- McColl 14.9¢
- North Hartsville 14.9¢
- Hartsville 14.9¢
- Darlington 14.9¢
- Pageland 14.0¢
- Dillon 14.9¢
- Florence 14.9¢
- Latta 14.9¢
ZIP codes: 29520
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Cheraw?
Most homes in Cheraw 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 Cheraw: Lynches River Electric Co-op (17.08¢).
What is the average electric bill in Cheraw?
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 Cheraw, SC?
2 utilities serve Cheraw's ZIP codes: Duke Energy Progress, Lynches River Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Cheraw?
In 2025, customers in Chesterfield County averaged 4 hr 12 min without power. Outages hit 73 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-05-10, when 3,357 customers (20.8%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.