What is the average electricity rate in Cape Carteret, North Carolina?

The average residential electricity rate in Cape Carteret is approximately 15.84¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $137 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Cape Carteret?

Natural gas customers in Cape Carteret pay an average of $73 per month. The rate is approximately $1.60/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Cape Carteret, North Carolina?

Electricity in Cape Carteret 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 Cape Carteret?

Cape Carteret 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 Cape Carteret electricity rates compare to North Carolina averages?

Cape Carteret's electricity rate of 15.84¢/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 Cape Carteret?

To start electric service in Cape Carteret, 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.

Cape Carteret, North Carolina Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in Cape Carteret, North Carolina

Cape Carteret residents in North Carolina receive electric service through Duke Energy Carolinas and natural gas distribution from Piedmont Natural Gas (Duke Energy). North Carolina's energy assistance programs, including LIHEAP and weatherization, are available to income-qualified Cape Carteret households.

Compared to the North Carolina state average of 15.09¢/kWh/kWh, Cape Carteret's electricity rate of 15.84¢/kWh is 0.75¢ above the North Carolina average. As North Carolina has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Cape Carteret

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

Natural Gas Utility in Cape Carteret

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

Cape Carteret vs North Carolina Energy Rates

Metric	Cape Carteret	North Carolina Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	15.84¢	15.09¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.60	$1.58	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$137	$130	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$73	$72	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Cape Carteret Residents

As a North Carolina city, Cape Carteret 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 Cape Carteret 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 Cape Carteret, North Carolina

The average residential electricity rate in Cape Carteret is approximately 15.84¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $137 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Cape Carteret pay an average of $73 per month. The rate is approximately $1.60/therm per therm.
Electricity in Cape Carteret 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.
Cape Carteret 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.
Cape Carteret's electricity rate of 15.84¢/kWh is above the North Carolina state average of 15.09¢/kWh. Urban areas often have higher distribution costs.
To start electric service in Cape Carteret, 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.