What is the average electricity rate in High Point, North Carolina?

The average residential electricity rate in High Point is approximately 12.80¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $124 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in High Point?

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

Which electric company serves High Point, North Carolina?

Electricity in High Point 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 High Point?

High Point 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 High Point electricity rates compare to North Carolina averages?

High Point's electricity rate of 12.80¢/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 High Point?

To start electric service in High Point, 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.

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

Gas & Electricity in High Point, North Carolina

High Point is served by Duke Energy Carolinas, LLC and Duke Energy Progress. Utilities covering Guilford County report an average residential electricity rate of 12.80¢/kWh — below the North Carolina state average of 15.09¢/kWh — and a typical monthly electric bill of $124. Natural gas in High Point is distributed by Piedmont Natural Gas (Duke Energy).

Compared to the North Carolina state average of 15.09¢/kWh/kWh, High Point's electricity rate of 12.80¢/kWh is 2.29¢ below the North Carolina average. As North Carolina has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in High Point

Duke Energy Carolinas, LLC
Duke Energy Progress
EnergyUnited Elec Member Corp

Natural Gas Utility in High Point

Piedmont Natural Gas (Duke Energy)
Dominion Energy NC Gas

High Point vs North Carolina Energy Rates

Metric	High Point	North Carolina Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	12.80¢	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 High Point Residents

As a North Carolina city, High Point 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 High Point 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 High Point, North Carolina

The average residential electricity rate in High Point is approximately 12.80¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $124 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in High Point pay an average of $72 per month. The rate is approximately $1.58/therm per therm.
Electricity in High Point 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.
High Point 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.
High Point's electricity rate of 12.80¢/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 High Point, 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.