Electricity rates in Darlington, SC
Darlington (6,155 people, Darlington 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 Darlington
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duke Energy Progress | Investor-owned utility | 14.92¢ | $180 | 144K | 119 |
Power outages in Darlington County right now
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Outage history in Darlington County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 272 | 173 |
| Days with outages | 47 | 52 |
| Most customers out at once | 6,300 (32.8%) | 4,113 (21.4%) |
| Worst day | 2024-02-01 | 2025-01-24 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (272 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Florence 14.9¢
- Timmonsville 14.9¢
- Hartsville 14.9¢
- North Hartsville 14.9¢
- Bishopville 14.9¢
- Bennettsville 14.9¢
- Latta 14.9¢
- Pamplico 14.9¢
- Cheraw 14.9¢
- Marion 14.9¢
ZIP codes: 29532, 29540
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Darlington?
Most homes in Darlington 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 Darlington?
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 Darlington, SC?
Duke Energy Progress serves Darlington.
How often does the power go out in Darlington?
In 2025, customers in Darlington County averaged 2 hr 53 min without power. Outages hit 52 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-01-24, when 4,113 customers (21.4%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.