Electricity rates in Seneca, SC
Seneca (8,279 people, Oconee 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 Seneca
| 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 Oconee County right now
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Outage history in Oconee County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 5,354 | 411 |
| Days with outages | 78 | 91 |
| Most customers out at once | 37,716 (93.3%) | 13,276 (32.8%) |
| Worst day | 2024-09-27 | 2025-06-15 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (5,354 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Utica 14.0¢
- Clemson 14.0¢
- Westminster 14.0¢
- Walhalla 14.0¢
- Pendleton 14.0¢
- Central 14.0¢
- Liberty 14.0¢
- Northlake 14.0¢
- Centerville 14.0¢
- Pickens 14.0¢
ZIP codes: 29672, 29678, 29679
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Seneca?
Most homes in Seneca 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 Seneca: Blue Ridge Electric Co-op (20.72¢).
What is the average electric bill in Seneca?
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 Seneca, SC?
2 utilities serve Seneca'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 Seneca?
In 2025, customers in Oconee County averaged 6 hr 51 min without power. Outages hit 91 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-15, when 13,276 customers (32.8%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.