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

The average residential electricity rate in Maxton is approximately 14.64¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $126 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Maxton?

Natural gas customers in Maxton pay an average of $68 per month. The rate is approximately $1.50/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Maxton, North Carolina?

Electricity in Maxton 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 Maxton?

Maxton 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 Maxton electricity rates compare to North Carolina averages?

Maxton's electricity rate of 14.64¢/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 Maxton?

To start electric service in Maxton, 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.

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

Gas & Electricity in Maxton, North Carolina

Electricity in Maxton, 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, Maxton's electricity rate of 14.64¢/kWh is 0.45¢ below the North Carolina average. As North Carolina has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Maxton

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

Natural Gas Utility in Maxton

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

Maxton vs North Carolina Energy Rates

Metric	Maxton	North Carolina Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	14.64¢	15.09¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.50	$1.58	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$126	$130	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$68	$72	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Maxton Residents

As a North Carolina city, Maxton 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 Maxton 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 Maxton, North Carolina

The average residential electricity rate in Maxton is approximately 14.64¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $126 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Maxton pay an average of $68 per month. The rate is approximately $1.50/therm per therm.
Electricity in Maxton 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.
Maxton 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.
Maxton's electricity rate of 14.64¢/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 Maxton, 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.