Electricity rates in Laurens, SC
Laurens (9,166 people, Laurens County) is served by 2 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 Laurens
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duke Energy Carolinas | Investor-owned utility | 13.97¢ | $147 | 582K | 220 |
| Laurens Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 16.33¢ | $175 | 60K | 211 |
Power outages in Laurens County right now
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Outage history in Laurens County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 4,174 | 157 |
| Days with outages | 45 | 37 |
| Most customers out at once | 27,984 (39.1%) | 8,421 (11.8%) |
| Worst day | 2024-09-27 | 2025-06-08 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (4,174 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Watts Mills 14.0¢
- Clinton 14.0¢
- Joanna 14.0¢
- Ware Shoals 14.0¢
- Woodruff 14.0¢
- Fountain Inn 14.0¢
- Simpsonville 14.0¢
- Honea Path 14.0¢
- Ninety Six 17.1¢
- Greenwood 14.0¢
ZIP codes: 29360
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Laurens?
Most homes in Laurens 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 Laurens: Laurens Electric Co-op (16.33¢).
What is the average electric bill in Laurens?
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 Laurens, SC?
2 utilities serve Laurens's ZIP codes: Duke Energy Carolinas, Laurens Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Laurens?
In 2025, customers in Laurens County averaged 2 hr 37 min without power. Outages hit 37 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-08, when 8,421 customers (11.8%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.