Electricity rates in Watts Mills, SC
Watts Mills (1,635 people, Laurens 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 Watts Mills
| 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 Laurens County right now
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Outage history in Laurens County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 4,174 | 157 |
| Days with outages | 45 | 37 |
| Most customers out at once | 27,984 (39.1%) | 8,421 (11.8%) |
| Worst day | 2024-09-27 | 2025-06-08 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (4,174 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Laurens 14.0¢
- Clinton 14.0¢
- Joanna 14.0¢
- Woodruff 14.0¢
- Fountain Inn 14.0¢
- Ware Shoals 14.0¢
- Whitmire 14.0¢
- Simpsonville 14.0¢
- Buffalo 14.0¢
- Honea Path 14.0¢
ZIP codes: 29360
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Watts Mills?
Most homes in Watts Mills 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 Watts Mills: Laurens Electric Co-op (16.33¢).
What is the average electric bill in Watts Mills?
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 Watts Mills, SC?
2 utilities serve Watts Mills'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 Watts Mills?
In 2025, customers in Laurens County averaged 2 hr 37 min without power. Outages hit 37 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-08, when 8,421 customers (11.8%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.