What is the average electricity rate in Southern Pines, North Carolina?

The average residential electricity rate in Southern Pines is approximately 15.54¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $134 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Southern Pines?

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

Which electric company serves Southern Pines, North Carolina?

Electricity in Southern Pines 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 Southern Pines?

Southern Pines 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 Southern Pines electricity rates compare to North Carolina averages?

Southern Pines's electricity rate of 15.54¢/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 Southern Pines?

To start electric service in Southern Pines, 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.

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

Gas & Electricity in Southern Pines, North Carolina

In Southern Pines, North Carolina, Duke Energy Carolinas handles electricity distribution and Piedmont Natural Gas (Duke Energy) manages natural gas service. North Carolina residents can shop for competitive electricity suppliers through the state's deregulated market to reduce supply costs. As a regulated market, $util0 is the sole electricity provider for $city_name.

Compared to the North Carolina state average of 15.09¢/kWh/kWh, Southern Pines's electricity rate of 15.54¢/kWh is 0.45¢ above the North Carolina average. As North Carolina has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Southern Pines

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

Natural Gas Utility in Southern Pines

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

Southern Pines vs North Carolina Energy Rates

Metric	Southern Pines	North Carolina Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	15.54¢	15.09¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.66	$1.58	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$134	$130	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$76	$72	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Southern Pines Residents

As a North Carolina city, Southern Pines 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 Southern Pines 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 Southern Pines, North Carolina

The average residential electricity rate in Southern Pines is approximately 15.54¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $134 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Southern Pines pay an average of $76 per month. The rate is approximately $1.66/therm per therm.
Electricity in Southern Pines 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.
Southern Pines 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.
Southern Pines's electricity rate of 15.54¢/kWh is above the North Carolina state average of 15.09¢/kWh. Urban areas often have higher distribution costs.
To start electric service in Southern Pines, 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.