Electricity rates in Saint Stephen, SC
Saint Stephen (1,697 people, Berkeley County) is served by 3 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 Saint Stephen
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duke Energy Progress | Investor-owned utility | 14.92¢ | $180 | 144K | 119 |
| Berkeley Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 16.73¢ | $192 | 120K | 114 |
| Santee Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 17.13¢ | $221 | 35K | 211 |
Power outages in Berkeley County right now
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Outage history in Berkeley County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 188 | 158 |
| Days with outages | 55 | 116 |
| Most customers out at once | 16,723 (10.3%) | 20,654 (12.7%) |
| Worst day | 2024-09-27 | 2025-06-09 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (188 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Bonneau Beach 16.7¢
- Moncks Corner 17.1¢
- Kingstree 14.9¢
- Andrews 14.9¢
- Manning 17.1¢
- Sangaree 17.1¢
- Holly Hill 17.1¢
- Goose Creek 17.1¢
- Summerville 17.1¢
- Lincolnville 17.1¢
ZIP codes: 29479
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Saint Stephen?
Most homes in Saint Stephen 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 Saint Stephen: Berkeley Electric Co-op (16.73¢), Santee Electric Co-op (17.13¢).
What is the average electric bill in Saint Stephen?
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 Saint Stephen, SC?
3 utilities serve Saint Stephen's ZIP codes: Duke Energy Progress, Berkeley Electric Co-op, Santee Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Saint Stephen?
In 2025, customers in Berkeley County averaged 2 hr 38 min without power. Outages hit 116 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-09, when 20,654 customers (12.7%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.