What is the average electricity rate in Elk Park, North Carolina?

The average residential electricity rate in Elk Park 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 Elk Park?

Natural gas customers in Elk Park pay an average of $74 per month. The rate is approximately $1.63/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Elk Park, North Carolina?

Electricity in Elk Park 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 Elk Park?

Elk Park 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 Elk Park electricity rates compare to North Carolina averages?

Elk Park'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 Elk Park?

To start electric service in Elk Park, 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.

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

Gas & Electricity in Elk Park, North Carolina

Elk Park 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 Elk Park households.

Compared to the North Carolina state average of 15.09¢/kWh/kWh, Elk Park'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 Elk Park

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

Natural Gas Utility in Elk Park

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

Elk Park vs North Carolina Energy Rates

Metric	Elk Park	North Carolina Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	14.34¢	15.09¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.63	$1.58	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$124	$130	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$74	$72	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Elk Park Residents

As a North Carolina city, Elk Park 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 Elk Park 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 Elk Park, North Carolina

The average residential electricity rate in Elk Park is approximately 14.34¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $124 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Elk Park pay an average of $74 per month. The rate is approximately $1.63/therm per therm.
Electricity in Elk Park 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.
Elk Park 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.
Elk Park'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 Elk Park, 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.