What is the average electricity rate in Fontana Dam, North Carolina?

The average residential electricity rate in Fontana Dam 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 Fontana Dam?

Natural gas customers in Fontana Dam pay an average of $70 per month. The rate is approximately $1.53/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Fontana Dam, North Carolina?

Electricity in Fontana Dam 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 Fontana Dam?

Fontana Dam 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 Fontana Dam electricity rates compare to North Carolina averages?

Fontana Dam'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 Fontana Dam?

To start electric service in Fontana Dam, 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.

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

Gas & Electricity in Fontana Dam, North Carolina

Electricity in Fontana Dam, North Carolina (NC) is distributed by Duke Energy Carolinas at rates close to the North Carolina average of 15.09¢/kWh. Natural gas service is provided by Piedmont Natural Gas (Duke Energy). Contact your provider to set up service or inquire about bill assistance.

Compared to the North Carolina state average of 15.09¢/kWh/kWh, Fontana Dam'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 Fontana Dam

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

Natural Gas Utility in Fontana Dam

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

Fontana Dam vs North Carolina Energy Rates

Metric	Fontana Dam	North Carolina Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	14.34¢	15.09¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.53	$1.58	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$124	$130	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$70	$72	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Fontana Dam Residents

As a North Carolina city, Fontana Dam 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 Fontana Dam 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 Fontana Dam, North Carolina

The average residential electricity rate in Fontana Dam is approximately 14.34¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $124 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Fontana Dam pay an average of $70 per month. The rate is approximately $1.53/therm per therm.
Electricity in Fontana Dam 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.
Fontana Dam 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.
Fontana Dam'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 Fontana Dam, 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.