Electricity Rates Comparison
Data from U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) · November 2025
| Metric | North Carolina | Virginia | National Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residential Rate (¢/kWh) | 14.64¢ | 15.94¢ | 17.24¢ |
| Commercial Rate (¢/kWh) | 10.74¢ | 10.21¢ | — |
| Industrial Rate (¢/kWh) | 7.91¢ | 9.35¢ | — |
| Avg Monthly Bill | $148.64 | $164.56 | $152.02 |
| Avg Monthly Usage (kWh) | 1,015 | 1,032 | — |
| Market Type | regulated | mixed | — |
North Carolina has a lower residential electricity rate at 14.64¢/kWh compared to Virginia's 15.94¢/kWh — a difference of 1.30¢/kWh (8.2%).
The average monthly electric bill in North Carolina is $148.64 (1015 kWh/month), while in Virginia it is $164.56 (1032 kWh/month). The national average is $152.02.
North Carolina has a regulated electricity market, while Virginia has a mixed market.
The national average residential rate is 17.24¢/kWh. North Carolina is below the national average at 14.64¢/kWh, and Virginia is below the national average at 15.94¢/kWh.
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