Electricity rates in Ware Shoals, SC
Ware Shoals (2,175 people, Greenwood 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 Ware Shoals
| 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 Greenwood County right now
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Outage history in Greenwood County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 7,139 | 375 |
| Days with outages | 57 | 30 |
| Most customers out at once | 29,946 (73.6%) | 8,322 (20.4%) |
| Worst day | 2024-09-27 | 2025-06-08 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (7,139 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Honea Path 14.0¢
- Due West 14.0¢
- Greenwood 14.0¢
- Laurens 14.0¢
- Belton 14.0¢
- Watts Mills 14.0¢
- Abbeville 17.1¢
- Ninety Six 17.1¢
- Williamston 14.0¢
- Fountain Inn 14.0¢
ZIP codes: 29692
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Ware Shoals?
Most homes in Ware Shoals 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 Ware Shoals: Laurens Electric Co-op (16.33¢).
What is the average electric bill in Ware Shoals?
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 Ware Shoals, SC?
2 utilities serve Ware Shoals'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 Ware Shoals?
In 2025, customers in Greenwood County averaged 6 hr 15 min without power. Outages hit 30 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-08, when 8,322 customers (20.4%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.