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

The average residential electricity rate in Wilmington is approximately 14.18¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $140 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Wilmington?

Natural gas customers in Wilmington pay an average of $72 per month. The rate is approximately $1.58/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Wilmington, North Carolina?

Electricity in Wilmington is distributed by Duke Energy Progress. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.

Which gas company serves Wilmington?

Wilmington 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 Wilmington electricity rates compare to North Carolina averages?

Wilmington's electricity rate of 14.18¢/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 Wilmington?

To start electric service in Wilmington, contact 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.

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

Gas & Electricity in Wilmington, North Carolina

Wilmington is served by Duke Energy Progress. Utilities covering New Hanover County report an average residential electricity rate of 14.18¢/kWh — below the North Carolina state average of 15.09¢/kWh — and a typical monthly electric bill of $140. Natural gas in Wilmington is distributed by Piedmont Natural Gas (Duke Energy).

Compared to the North Carolina state average of 15.09¢/kWh/kWh, Wilmington's electricity rate of 14.18¢/kWh is 0.91¢ below the North Carolina average. As North Carolina has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Wilmington

Duke Energy Progress

Natural Gas Utility in Wilmington

Piedmont Natural Gas (Duke Energy)
Dominion Energy NC Gas

Wilmington vs North Carolina Energy Rates

Metric	Wilmington	North Carolina Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	14.18¢	15.09¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.58	$1.58	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$140	$130	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$72	$72	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Wilmington Residents

As a North Carolina city, Wilmington 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 Wilmington 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 Wilmington, North Carolina

The average residential electricity rate in Wilmington is approximately 14.18¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $140 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Wilmington pay an average of $72 per month. The rate is approximately $1.58/therm per therm.
Electricity in Wilmington is distributed by Duke Energy Progress. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Wilmington 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.
Wilmington's electricity rate of 14.18¢/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 Wilmington, contact 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.