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

The average residential electricity rate in Mount Pleasant 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 Mount Pleasant?

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

Which electric company serves Mount Pleasant, North Carolina?

Electricity in Mount Pleasant 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 Pleasant?

Mount Pleasant 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 Pleasant electricity rates compare to North Carolina averages?

Mount Pleasant'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 Mount Pleasant?

To start electric service in Mount Pleasant, 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 Pleasant, North Carolina Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in Mount Pleasant, North Carolina

Electricity in Mount Pleasant, 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, Mount Pleasant'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 Mount Pleasant

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

Natural Gas Utility in Mount Pleasant

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

Mount Pleasant vs North Carolina Energy Rates

Metric	Mount Pleasant	North Carolina Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	14.79¢	15.09¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.50	$1.58	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$127	$130	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$68	$72	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Mount Pleasant Residents

As a North Carolina city, Mount Pleasant 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 Pleasant 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 Pleasant, North Carolina

The average residential electricity rate in Mount Pleasant is approximately 14.79¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $127 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Mount Pleasant pay an average of $68 per month. The rate is approximately $1.50/therm per therm.
Electricity in Mount Pleasant 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 Pleasant 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 Pleasant'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 Mount Pleasant, 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.