Electricity rates in North Myrtle Beach, SC
North Myrtle Beach (15,579 people, Horry County) is served by 3 electric utilities. Homes on South Carolina Public Service Authority pay about 14.06¢/kWh, 10% less than the South Carolina average.
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Electric companies serving North Myrtle Beach
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Carolina Public Service Authority | State-owned utility | 14.06¢ | $135 | 189K | 43 |
| Horry Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 14.46¢ | $155 | 92K | 110 |
| Duke Energy Progress | Investor-owned utility | 14.92¢ | $180 | 144K | 119 |
Power outages in Horry County right now
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Outage history in Horry County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 88 | 94 |
| Days with outages | 45 | 50 |
| Most customers out at once | 33,305 (12.8%) | 30,016 (11.6%) |
| Worst day | 2024-09-30 | 2025-02-20 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (88 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Little River 14.1¢
- Myrtle Beach 14.1¢
- Forestbrook 14.1¢
- Socastee 14.1¢
- Loris 14.9¢
- Conway 14.5¢
- Surfside Beach 14.1¢
- Garden City 14.1¢
- Murrells Inlet 14.1¢
- Red Hill 14.9¢
ZIP codes: 29582, 29597, 29598
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in North Myrtle Beach?
Most homes in North Myrtle Beach get power from South Carolina Public Service Authority, where residential customers pay an average of 14.06¢/kWh including all charges. The South Carolina average is 15.64¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of North Myrtle Beach: Horry Electric Co-op (14.46¢), Duke Energy Progress (14.92¢).
What is the average electric bill in North Myrtle Beach?
About $135 a month, based on 959 kWh a month (the average for South Carolina Public Service Authority customers) at 14.06¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in North Myrtle Beach, SC?
3 utilities serve North Myrtle Beach's ZIP codes: South Carolina Public Service Authority, Horry Electric Co-op, Duke Energy Progress. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in North Myrtle Beach?
In 2025, customers in Horry County averaged 94 min without power. Outages hit 50 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-02-20, when 30,016 customers (11.6%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.