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

The average residential electricity rate in Sawmills is approximately 14.94¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $129 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Sawmills?

Natural gas customers in Sawmills pay an average of $75 per month. The rate is approximately $1.64/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Sawmills, North Carolina?

Electricity in Sawmills 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 Sawmills?

Sawmills 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 Sawmills electricity rates compare to North Carolina averages?

Sawmills's electricity rate of 14.94¢/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 Sawmills?

To start electric service in Sawmills, 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.

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

Gas & Electricity in Sawmills, North Carolina

Sawmills 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 Sawmills households.

Compared to the North Carolina state average of 15.09¢/kWh/kWh, Sawmills's electricity rate of 14.94¢/kWh is 0.15¢ below the North Carolina average. As North Carolina has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Sawmills

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

Natural Gas Utility in Sawmills

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

Sawmills vs North Carolina Energy Rates

Metric	Sawmills	North Carolina Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	14.94¢	15.09¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.64	$1.58	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$129	$130	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$75	$72	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Sawmills Residents

As a North Carolina city, Sawmills 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 Sawmills 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 Sawmills, North Carolina

The average residential electricity rate in Sawmills is approximately 14.94¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $129 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Sawmills pay an average of $75 per month. The rate is approximately $1.64/therm per therm.
Electricity in Sawmills 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.
Sawmills 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.
Sawmills's electricity rate of 14.94¢/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 Sawmills, 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.