What is the average electricity rate in Cary, North Carolina?

The average residential electricity rate in Cary is approximately 12.84¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $124 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Cary?

Natural gas customers in Cary pay an average of $72 per month. The rate is approximately $1.58/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Cary, North Carolina?

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

Which gas company serves Cary?

Cary 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 Cary electricity rates compare to North Carolina averages?

Cary's electricity rate of 12.84¢/kWh is below the North Carolina state average of 15.09¢/kWh. This can reflect a municipal utility or favorable regional generation mix.

How do I start or stop utility service in Cary?

To start electric service in Cary, contact Duke Energy Carolinas, LLC 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.

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

Gas & Electricity in Cary, North Carolina

Cary is served by Duke Energy Carolinas, LLC and Duke Energy Progress. Utilities covering Wake County report an average residential electricity rate of 12.84¢/kWh — below the North Carolina state average of 15.09¢/kWh — and a typical monthly electric bill of $124. Natural gas in Cary is distributed by Piedmont Natural Gas (Duke Energy).

Compared to the North Carolina state average of 15.09¢/kWh/kWh, Cary's electricity rate of 12.84¢/kWh is 2.25¢ below the North Carolina average. As North Carolina has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Cary

Duke Energy Carolinas, LLC
Duke Energy Progress
Wake Electric Membership Corp

Natural Gas Utility in Cary

Piedmont Natural Gas (Duke Energy)
Dominion Energy NC Gas

Cary vs North Carolina Energy Rates

Metric	Cary	North Carolina Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	12.84¢	15.09¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.58	$1.58	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$124	$130	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$72	$72	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Cary Residents

As a North Carolina city, Cary 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 Cary 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 Cary, North Carolina

The average residential electricity rate in Cary is approximately 12.84¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $124 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Cary pay an average of $72 per month. The rate is approximately $1.58/therm per therm.
Electricity in Cary is distributed by Duke Energy Carolinas, LLC and Duke Energy Progress. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Cary 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.
Cary's electricity rate of 12.84¢/kWh is below the North Carolina state average of 15.09¢/kWh. This can reflect a municipal utility or favorable regional generation mix.
To start electric service in Cary, contact Duke Energy Carolinas, LLC 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.