Duke Energy Carolinas, LLC electricity rates
Duke Energy Carolinas, LLC (investor owned) residential customers paid about 14.2¢ per kWh (Jan–Aug 2026) — an average bill of $137 for 984 kWh a month.
What a month costs with Duke Energy Carolinas, LLC
Monthly cost at the average price of 14.2¢ per kWh. Real bills add or subtract fixed charges, tiers, time-of-use and fuel adjustments.
Price trend
Hover or tap the chart for exact monthly values. Source: EIA-861M (monthly, latest months preliminary); forecast: EIA Short-Term Energy Outlook (October 2026) for the South Atlantic region, which includes Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Maryland, North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, West Virginia.
By state
| State | Home price (2024) | Avg. bill | Customers |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 13.9¢ | $137 | 1,919,372 |
| South Carolina | 14.0¢ | $144 | 568,586 |
ZIP codes served
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Averages, not a quote. Prices here are what each utility’s residential customers paid on average (revenue ÷ kWh sold, fixed charges included), as reported to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. Your own rate depends on your plan, season and usage — check your bill or your utility’s tariff.
Questions
What is Duke Energy Carolinas, LLC’s electricity rate?
About 14.2¢ per kWh for residential customers (Jan–Aug 2026 average, EIA-861M), including fixed charges spread over usage.
What is the average Duke Energy Carolinas, LLC electric bill?
$137 a month in 2024, for an average of 984 kWh (EIA-861).
Is Duke Energy Carolinas, LLC cheaper than the North Carolina average?
Yes: 14.2¢ versus the North Carolina average of 14.9¢ (Aug 2026).