Electricity cost in North Carolina
Electricity in North Carolina costs 14.13 cents per kWh (EIA, 2024), 14% less than the U.S. average. The average home bill is about $143 a month.
North Carolina vs the U.S.
Electricity in North Carolina costs 14% less than the national average of 16.48 cents per kWh. Homes there use 18% more than the national average of 863 kWh a month, so the typical bill of $143 is 1% more than the U.S. typical bill of $142 (our calculation). Prices have kept rising since: the national average reached 18.31 cents in July 2026.
| State | ¢ per kWh | Avg bill / month | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 13.40 | $111 | 16 |
| Georgia | 14.08 | $151 | 17 |
| North Carolina | 14.13 | $143 | 18 |
| Florida | 14.14 | $156 | 19 |
| Kansas | 14.15 | $124 | 20 |
| U.S. average | 16.48 | $142 | - |
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration, 2024 Average Monthly Bill, Residential (Electric Sales, Revenue, and Average Price, Table 5.a), released Oct 7, 2025. Bills and EV costs are our calculation (price × use; 310 kWh per 1,000 miles from fueleconomy.gov). Your utility's rates and fees may differ.
Ways to use this number
Compare it with the rate on your own bill, check what a new heat pump or furnace would cost to run before an HVAC replacement, or see whether an EV beats gas in North Carolina. For every monthly bill in one place, read our average utility bill guide or grab the free monthly budget planner.
Common questions
How much is electricity in North Carolina?
Homes in North Carolina paid an average of 14.13 cents per kWh in 2024, per the U.S. Energy Information Administration. That ranks 18 of 51 (1 = cheapest).
What is the average electric bill in North Carolina?
With average use of 1,015 kWh a month, the bill comes to about $143 a month, or $1,721 a year (our calculation from EIA data).
How much does it cost to charge an EV in North Carolina?
About $44 per 1,000 miles charging at home, using 31 kWh per 100 miles (2024 Chevrolet Equinox EV, fueleconomy.gov) and the North Carolina average price (our calculation).