Average Electric Bill in Fayetteville, NC
What a typical household in Fayetteville pays per month, the kWh rate behind it, and how it compares — with the data basis stated on the page.
A typical household in Fayetteville pays about $118.52/month for electricity at roughly 12.21¢/kWh. Basis: Fayetteville Public Works Commission, 2024 annual average (EIA-861).
Bill trend (state level)
Average residential bill in North Carolina over 12 months — the rate environment Fayetteville households pay into.
Where this number comes from
No black box: the utility behind the estimate, or the state fallback.
| Data basis | Fayetteville Public Works Commission, 2024 annual average (EIA-861) |
|---|---|
| Utility | Fayetteville Public Works Commission · 75,987 residential customers |
| State context | North Carolina: $165.83/mo average bill |
| Population | ≈ 210,894 (2020 Census, approx.) |
Your actual bill depends on home size, heating/cooling, and usage — the averages here are the benchmark, not your invoice.
Common questions
What is the average electric bill in Fayetteville?
Expect roughly $118.52 per month for a typical household in Fayetteville — based on Fayetteville Public Works Commission annual data (2024), so your bill varies with home size, weather, and usage.
How much is electricity per kWh in Fayetteville?
About 12.21¢ per kWh (Fayetteville Public Works Commission, 2024 annual). Ratepayers in Fayetteville pay the utility rate; check your bill for the exact per-kWh breakdown of supply and delivery.
Are bills in Fayetteville higher or lower than the North Carolina average?
Fayetteville Public Works Commission averages $118.52 — below the state average of $165.83.
Sources: EIA-861 2024 (Fayetteville Public Works Commission) · EIA residential retail-sales series (North Carolina) · Census 2020 population. See methodology.