What is the average electricity rate in Mills River, North Carolina?

The average residential electricity rate in Mills River is approximately 14.79¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $127 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Mills River?

Natural gas customers in Mills River pay an average of $71 per month. The rate is approximately $1.56/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Mills River, North Carolina?

Electricity in Mills River 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 Mills River?

Mills River 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 Mills River electricity rates compare to North Carolina averages?

Mills River's electricity rate of 14.79¢/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 Mills River?

To start electric service in Mills River, 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.

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

Gas & Electricity in Mills River, North Carolina

Mills River 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 Mills River households.

Compared to the North Carolina state average of 15.09¢/kWh/kWh, Mills River's electricity rate of 14.79¢/kWh is 0.30¢ below the North Carolina average. As North Carolina has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Mills River

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

Natural Gas Utility in Mills River

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

Mills River vs North Carolina Energy Rates

Metric	Mills River	North Carolina Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	14.79¢	15.09¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.56	$1.58	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$127	$130	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$71	$72	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Mills River Residents

As a North Carolina city, Mills River 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 Mills River 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 Mills River, North Carolina

The average residential electricity rate in Mills River is approximately 14.79¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $127 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Mills River pay an average of $71 per month. The rate is approximately $1.56/therm per therm.
Electricity in Mills River 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.
Mills River 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.
Mills River's electricity rate of 14.79¢/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 Mills River, 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.