What is the average electricity rate in Mount Gilead, North Carolina?

The average residential electricity rate in Mount Gilead is approximately 15.84¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $137 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Mount Gilead?

Natural gas customers in Mount Gilead pay an average of $73 per month. The rate is approximately $1.60/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Mount Gilead, North Carolina?

Electricity in Mount Gilead 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 Mount Gilead?

Mount Gilead 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 Mount Gilead electricity rates compare to North Carolina averages?

Mount Gilead's electricity rate of 15.84¢/kWh is above the North Carolina state average of 15.09¢/kWh. Urban areas often have higher distribution costs.

How do I start or stop utility service in Mount Gilead?

To start electric service in Mount Gilead, 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.

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

Gas & Electricity in Mount Gilead, North Carolina

Mount Gilead, North Carolina is served by Duke Energy Carolinas for electricity and Piedmont Natural Gas (Duke Energy) for natural gas. Rates in Mount Gilead are comparable to the North Carolina state average of 15.09¢/kWh, and residents can access all state-level energy assistance programs.

Compared to the North Carolina state average of 15.09¢/kWh/kWh, Mount Gilead's electricity rate of 15.84¢/kWh is 0.75¢ above the North Carolina average. As North Carolina has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Mount Gilead

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

Natural Gas Utility in Mount Gilead

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

Mount Gilead vs North Carolina Energy Rates

Metric	Mount Gilead	North Carolina Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	15.84¢	15.09¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.60	$1.58	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$137	$130	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$73	$72	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Mount Gilead Residents

As a North Carolina city, Mount Gilead 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 Mount Gilead 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 Mount Gilead, North Carolina

The average residential electricity rate in Mount Gilead is approximately 15.84¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $137 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Mount Gilead pay an average of $73 per month. The rate is approximately $1.60/therm per therm.
Electricity in Mount Gilead 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.
Mount Gilead 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.
Mount Gilead's electricity rate of 15.84¢/kWh is above the North Carolina state average of 15.09¢/kWh. Urban areas often have higher distribution costs.
To start electric service in Mount Gilead, 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.