What is the average electricity rate in Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina?

The average residential electricity rate in Wrightsville Beach is approximately 14.34¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $124 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Wrightsville Beach?

Natural gas customers in Wrightsville Beach pay an average of $71 per month. The rate is approximately $1.56/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina?

Electricity in Wrightsville Beach 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 Wrightsville Beach?

Wrightsville Beach 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 Wrightsville Beach electricity rates compare to North Carolina averages?

Wrightsville Beach's electricity rate of 14.34¢/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 Wrightsville Beach?

To start electric service in Wrightsville Beach, 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.

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

Gas & Electricity in Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina

Wrightsville Beach 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 Wrightsville Beach households.

Compared to the North Carolina state average of 15.09¢/kWh/kWh, Wrightsville Beach's electricity rate of 14.34¢/kWh is 0.75¢ below the North Carolina average. As North Carolina has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Wrightsville Beach

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

Natural Gas Utility in Wrightsville Beach

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

Wrightsville Beach vs North Carolina Energy Rates

Metric	Wrightsville Beach	North Carolina Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	14.34¢	15.09¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.56	$1.58	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$124	$130	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$71	$72	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Wrightsville Beach Residents

As a North Carolina city, Wrightsville Beach 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 Wrightsville Beach 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 Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina

The average residential electricity rate in Wrightsville Beach is approximately 14.34¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $124 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Wrightsville Beach pay an average of $71 per month. The rate is approximately $1.56/therm per therm.
Electricity in Wrightsville Beach 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.
Wrightsville Beach 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.
Wrightsville Beach's electricity rate of 14.34¢/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 Wrightsville Beach, 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.