Lenoir County, North Carolina Electricity Rates & Statistics
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Lenoir County, North Carolina Electricity Overview
Lenoir County is the 48th most populated county in the state, with 55,344 residents calling the county home.
Residents of the county experience an average of 1.06 electrical outages per year, with an average of 100.16 minutes per outage.
Lenoir County ranks as the 53rd worst pollution level due to electricity consumption out of 100 counties in North Carolina, emitting 184,980,611.58 kilograms of CO2 gases.
The US national average residential price per kilowatt hour is 16.12 cents, while residents of Lenoir County enjoy an average rate that is 8.55% below that at 14.74 cents per kilowatt hour.
Residents of the county use approximately 715.93% of the electricity that the county produces.
There was a 0.49% rise in CO2 emissions per capita throughout the last 12 months in Lenoir County.
ENERGY CONSUMPTION
Total Consumption
708,389 MWh
Consumption per Capita
12.8 MWh
ENERGY PRODUCTION
Total Production
98,947 MWh
Production from Renewable Energy
98,947 MWh
Production per Capita
1.79 MWh
EMISSIONS
CO2 Emissions
184,980,612 kg
CO2 Emissions per Capita
3,342.38 kg
Recent Electricity Rates and Production Changes in Kinston
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Kinston Electricity Pricing Data
Average Residential Bundled Electricity Rate for April, 2024
16.8¢ per kWh
- 3.98% lower than last month
- 13.38% higher than April last year
- 12.13% higher than the North Carolina average
- 0.68% lower than the US average
- 701st in the state out of 770 cities
- The state rank has dropped by 259 since last month
- The state rank has dropped by 2 since April last year
- 20,255th in the US out of 31,712 cities
- The national rank has increased by 3,886 since last month
- The national rank has dropped by 3,371 since April last year
12 Month Rolling Average Residential Bundled Rate
15.54¢ per kWh
- 1.07% higher than last month
- 9.97% higher than April last year
- 13.18% higher than the North Carolina average
- 3.62% lower than the US average
- 699th in the state out of 770 cities
- The state rank is the same since last month
- The state rank has dropped by 6 since April last year
- 18,567th in the US out of 31,712 cities
- The national rank has dropped by 346 since last month
- The national rank has dropped by 3,867 since April last year
Average Residential Bundled Electricity Bill for April, 2024
$128.16 per month
- 9.71% lower than last month
- 12.29% higher than April last year
- 12.4% higher than the North Carolina average
- 13.67% higher than the US average
- 688th in the state out of 770 cities
- The state rank has dropped by 297 since last month
- The state rank has dropped by 22 since April last year
- 25,740th in the US out of 31,712 cities
- The national rank has dropped by 594 since last month
- The national rank has dropped by 5,085 since April last year
12 Month Rolling Average Residential Bundled Bill
$156.34 per month
- 0.75% higher than last month
- 6.89% higher than April last year
- 13.61% higher than the North Carolina average
- 14.89% higher than the US average
- 626th in the state out of 770 cities
- The state rank is the same since last month
- The state rank has increased by 19 since April last year
- 25,566th in the US out of 31,712 cities
- The national rank has dropped by 288 since last month
- The national rank has dropped by 6,854 since April last year
Kinston, NC Electricity Overview
Residents who call Kinston home are billed an average residential electricity rate of 15.54 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 13.18% above North Carolina's average price of 13.73 cents. This means the city is 699th out of 777 cities in the state for best average electricity rate. City of Kinston Electric sells an estimated 377,959.26 megawatt hours in the city each year, which is more than any other provider. The average monthly residential power bill for a customer in the city is $156.34 per month, while the nationwide average is $138.02. Consumers in Kinston pay 13.27% more compared to other residents of the United States.
Electricity consumption in Kinston results in 77,265,605.65 kilograms of CO2 emissions. This is the 49th largest emissions amount of any city in the state. Averaging 3,885.04 kilograms of CO2 emissions per capita, the city ranks 11th highest in North Carolina for emissions per capita from electricity consumption. The city has zero power producing plants.
Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Kinston
Kinston residential electric rates are highest in March and the highest average bill is in January.
Historical Electricity Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in Kinston, North Carolina
| Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of Kinston Electric | BUNDLED | 15.39 | 156.33 | 121,468.76 | 18,699,429.53 |
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Jackson Heights CDP, NC Electricity Overview
Residents who call Jackson Heights CDP home are billed an average residential electricity rate of 15.11 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 10.02% above North Carolina's average price of 13.73 cents. This means the city is 621st out of 777 cities in the state for best average electricity rate. With a population of 839 residents, the city is the 486th largest city by population in North Carolina. The North Carolina average monthly residential electricity bill is $139.09, while the Jackson Heights CDP average is 7.77% higher at $149.9 per month. This is the 547th lowest average monthly bill amount for a city in the state.
Electricity consumption in Jackson Heights CDP results in 3,259,545.61 kilograms of CO2 emissions. This is the 484th largest emissions amount of any city in the state. Averaging 3,885.04 kilograms of CO2 emissions per capita, the city ranks 72nd highest in North Carolina for emissions per capita from electricity consumption. The city has zero power producing plants.
Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Jackson Heights CDP
Jackson Heights CDP residential electric rates are highest in March and the highest average bill is in January.
Historical Electricity Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in Jackson Heights CDP, North Carolina
| Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duke Energy Progress | BUNDLED | 14.95 | 149.94 | 16,040,524.7 | 2,398,692,083 |
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Deep Run CDP, NC Electricity Overview
Residents who call Deep Run CDP home are billed an average residential electricity rate of 14.93 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 8.76% above North Carolina's average price of 13.73 cents. This means the city is 429th out of 777 cities in the state for best average electricity rate. Deep Run CDP has 614 residents, which is the 550th most populated city in the state. Duke Energy Progress has an estimated 333 total residential customers, more than all other providers in the city.
Electricity consumption in Deep Run CDP results in 2,385,412.4 kilograms of CO2 emissions. This is the 547th largest emissions amount of any city in the state. Averaging 3,885.04 kilograms of CO2 emissions per capita, the city ranks 72nd highest in North Carolina for emissions per capita from electricity consumption. The city has zero power producing plants.
Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Deep Run CDP
Deep Run CDP residential electric rates are highest in March and the highest average bill is in January.
Historical Electricity Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in Deep Run CDP, North Carolina
| Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Duke Energy Progress | BUNDLED | 14.95 | 149.94 | 16,040,524.7 | 2,398,692,083 | |
| Tri-County Electric Membership Corporation (North Carolina) | BUNDLED | 13.56 | 169.08 | 329,237.67 | 44,652,051.92 |
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Electricity Production in Lenoir County, North Carolina
Power Plants in Lenoir County, North Carolina
| Plant | City/County | State | Primary Fuel Type | Production (MWh) | Emission (kg) | Emissions per MWh | Toxic Chemical Release | Closing Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Innovative Solar 54John Laing US Solar Corp. (100.00%) | Lenoir County | NC | Solar | 98,947 |
Lenoir County, North Carolina Details
Roughly 184,980,611.58 kilograms of CO2 emissions are released in Lenoir County because of electricity consumption each year. This total also results in a ranking of 75th highest in North Carolina for pollution per person. Roughly 100.00% of Lenoir County's electricity is produced using Solar. Lenoir County has one power plant.
FAQ
What electricity company is the largest provider in Lenoir County, North Carolina?
By total revenue, Duke Energy Progress is the largest electricity company in Lenoir County, North Carolina.
How many electric companies offer service in Lenoir County, North Carolina?
There are 5 electricity companies offering service in Lenoir County, North Carolina.
How many power plants are in Lenoir County, North Carolina?
Lenoir County, North Carolina is home to one active power plant generating electricity for the county and other surrounding areas.
Which electricity companies offer service in Lenoir County, North Carolina?
| County Customers Rank | Provider | Est. County Customers |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Duke Energy Progress | 53,737 |
| 2 | City of Kinston Electric | 10,450 |
| 3 | Tri-County Electric Membership Corporation (North Carolina) | 4,384 |
| 4 | LaGrange Utilities | 1,785 |
| 5 | Pitt & Greene Electric Membership Corporation | 312 |
