Electricity rates in Pickens, SC
Pickens (3,173 people, Pickens 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 Pickens
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duke Energy Carolinas | Investor-owned utility | 13.97¢ | $147 | 582K | 220 |
| Blue Ridge Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 20.72¢ | $207 | 69K | 205 |
Power outages in Pickens County right now
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Outage history in Pickens County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 4,480 | 170 |
| Days with outages | 72 | 65 |
| Most customers out at once | 46,768 (63.2%) | 7,958 (10.7%) |
| Worst day | 2024-09-27 | 2025-06-18 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (4,480 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 29671
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Pickens?
Most homes in Pickens 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 Pickens: Blue Ridge Electric Co-op (20.72¢).
What is the average electric bill in Pickens?
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 Pickens, SC?
2 utilities serve Pickens's ZIP codes: Duke Energy Carolinas, Blue Ridge Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Pickens?
In 2025, customers in Pickens County averaged 2 hr 50 min without power. Outages hit 65 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-18, when 7,958 customers (10.7%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.