What is the average electricity rate in Cherry Branch, North Carolina?

The average residential electricity rate in Cherry Branch is approximately 14.34¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $124 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Cherry Branch?

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

Which electric company serves Cherry Branch, North Carolina?

Electricity in Cherry Branch 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 Cherry Branch?

Cherry Branch 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 Cherry Branch electricity rates compare to North Carolina averages?

Cherry Branch's electricity rate of 14.34¢/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 Cherry Branch?

To start electric service in Cherry Branch, 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.

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

Gas & Electricity in Cherry Branch, North Carolina

Cherry Branch, North Carolina is served by Duke Energy Carolinas for electricity and Piedmont Natural Gas (Duke Energy) for natural gas. Rates in Cherry Branch are comparable to the North Carolina state average of 15.09¢/kWh, and residents can access all state-level energy assistance programs.

Compared to the North Carolina state average of 15.09¢/kWh/kWh, Cherry Branch's electricity rate of 14.34¢/kWh is 0.75¢ below the North Carolina average. As North Carolina has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Cherry Branch

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

Natural Gas Utility in Cherry Branch

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

Cherry Branch vs North Carolina Energy Rates

Metric	Cherry Branch	North Carolina Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	14.34¢	15.09¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.60	$1.58	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$124	$130	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$73	$72	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Cherry Branch Residents

As a North Carolina city, Cherry Branch 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 Cherry Branch 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 Cherry Branch, North Carolina

The average residential electricity rate in Cherry Branch is approximately 14.34¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $124 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Cherry Branch pay an average of $73 per month. The rate is approximately $1.60/therm per therm.
Electricity in Cherry Branch 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.
Cherry Branch 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.
Cherry Branch's electricity rate of 14.34¢/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 Cherry Branch, 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.