What is the average electricity rate in Pumpkin Center, North Carolina?

The average residential electricity rate in Pumpkin Center is approximately 15.09¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $130 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Pumpkin Center?

Natural gas customers in Pumpkin Center pay an average of $76 per month. The rate is approximately $1.66/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Pumpkin Center, North Carolina?

Electricity in Pumpkin Center 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 Pumpkin Center?

Pumpkin Center 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 Pumpkin Center electricity rates compare to North Carolina averages?

Pumpkin Center's electricity rate of 15.09¢/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 Pumpkin Center?

To start electric service in Pumpkin Center, 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.

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

Gas & Electricity in Pumpkin Center, North Carolina

Pumpkin Center 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 Pumpkin Center households.

Compared to the North Carolina state average of 15.09¢/kWh/kWh, Pumpkin Center's electricity rate of 15.09¢/kWh is 0.00¢ below the North Carolina average. As North Carolina has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Pumpkin Center

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

Natural Gas Utility in Pumpkin Center

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

Pumpkin Center vs North Carolina Energy Rates

Metric	Pumpkin Center	North Carolina Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	15.09¢	15.09¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.66	$1.58	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$130	$130	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$76	$72	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Pumpkin Center Residents

As a North Carolina city, Pumpkin Center 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 Pumpkin Center 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 Pumpkin Center, North Carolina

The average residential electricity rate in Pumpkin Center is approximately 15.09¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $130 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Pumpkin Center pay an average of $76 per month. The rate is approximately $1.66/therm per therm.
Electricity in Pumpkin Center 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.
Pumpkin Center 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.
Pumpkin Center's electricity rate of 15.09¢/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 Pumpkin Center, 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.