What is the average electricity rate in Archer Lodge, North Carolina?

The average residential electricity rate in Archer Lodge is approximately 15.39¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $133 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Archer Lodge?

Natural gas customers in Archer Lodge pay an average of $69 per month. The rate is approximately $1.52/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Archer Lodge, North Carolina?

Electricity in Archer Lodge is distributed by Duke Energy Carolinas and Duke Energy Progress. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.

Which gas company serves Archer Lodge?

Archer Lodge natural gas service is provided by Piedmont Natural Gas (Duke Energy) and Dominion Energy NC Gas. Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.

How do Archer Lodge electricity rates compare to North Carolina averages?

Archer Lodge's electricity rate of 15.39¢/kWh is above the North Carolina state average of 15.09¢/kWh. Urban areas often have higher distribution costs.

How do I start or stop utility service in Archer Lodge?

To start electric service in Archer Lodge, contact Duke Energy Carolinas and Duke Energy Progress. For gas service, contact Piedmont Natural Gas (Duke Energy) and Dominion Energy NC Gas. You'll typically need a photo ID, your new address, and a move-in date. Service can usually be established within 1-3 business days.

Archer Lodge, North Carolina Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in Archer Lodge, North Carolina

Archer Lodge is a community in North Carolina served by Duke Energy Carolinas for electric and Piedmont Natural Gas (Duke Energy) for gas. The area's utility rates reflect North Carolina's statewide energy market and the region's humid subtropical, cold mountains climate.

Compared to the North Carolina state average of 15.09¢/kWh/kWh, Archer Lodge's electricity rate of 15.39¢/kWh is 0.30¢ above the North Carolina average. As North Carolina has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Archer Lodge

Duke Energy Carolinas
Duke Energy Progress
Dominion Energy North Carolina
ElectriCities NC

Natural Gas Utility in Archer Lodge

Piedmont Natural Gas (Duke Energy)
Dominion Energy NC Gas
Atmos Energy NC

Archer Lodge vs North Carolina Energy Rates

Metric	Archer Lodge	North Carolina Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	15.39¢	15.09¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.52	$1.58	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$133	$130	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$69	$72	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Archer Lodge Residents

As a North Carolina city, Archer Lodge residents can access the following state and local assistance programs:

✅ NC LIHEAP
✅ Crisis Intervention Program (CIP)
✅ Duke Energy Share the Warmth
✅ NC Home Energy Improvement Program (HEIP)

Energy-Saving Tips for Archer Lodge Residents

✓ Set your AC to 78°F when home and 85°F when away to reduce cooling costs.
✓ Use ceiling fans to feel 4°F cooler without lowering the thermostat.
✓ Plant shade trees on the west and south sides of your home to block afternoon sun.
✓ Have your HVAC system serviced every spring before the cooling season begins.
✓ Seal duct leaks — up to 30% of cooled air can escape in a leaky duct system.

FAQ — Gas & Electricity in Archer Lodge, North Carolina

The average residential electricity rate in Archer Lodge is approximately 15.39¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $133 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Archer Lodge pay an average of $69 per month. The rate is approximately $1.52/therm per therm.
Electricity in Archer Lodge is distributed by Duke Energy Carolinas and Duke Energy Progress. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Archer Lodge natural gas service is provided by Piedmont Natural Gas (Duke Energy) and Dominion Energy NC Gas. Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.
Archer Lodge's electricity rate of 15.39¢/kWh is above the North Carolina state average of 15.09¢/kWh. Urban areas often have higher distribution costs.
To start electric service in Archer Lodge, contact Duke Energy Carolinas and Duke Energy Progress. For gas service, contact Piedmont Natural Gas (Duke Energy) and Dominion Energy NC Gas. You'll typically need a photo ID, your new address, and a move-in date. Service can usually be established within 1-3 business days.