Average Electric Bill in Wilson, NC

What a typical household in Wilson pays per month, the kWh rate behind it, and how it compares — with the data basis stated on the page.

Data through June 2026 EIA, verified Oct 11, 2026

A typical household in Wilson pays about $131.42/month for electricity at roughly 12.13¢/kWh. Basis: City of Wilson - (NC), 2024 annual average (EIA-861).

Avg bill$131.42/mo≈ $1,577.07/yr Rate12.13¢/kWh State usage1,125 kWh/moNorth Carolina average US context$164.05/mostates median

Bill trend (state level)

Average residential bill in North Carolina over 12 months — the rate environment Wilson households pay into.

North Carolina average bill (12 months) ▼ 10.8% over Jul 25–Jun 26
North Carolina average bill (12 months) $119 $152 $186 $166 Jul 25 Jun 26

Where this number comes from

No black box: the utility behind the estimate, or the state fallback.

Data basisCity of Wilson - (NC), 2024 annual average (EIA-861)
UtilityCity of Wilson - (NC) · 32,078 residential customers
State contextNorth Carolina: $165.83/mo average bill
Population≈ 48,461 (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 Wilson?

Expect roughly $131.42 per month for a typical household in Wilson — based on City of Wilson - (NC) annual data (2024), so your bill varies with home size, weather, and usage.

How much is electricity per kWh in Wilson?

About 12.13¢ per kWh (City of Wilson - (NC), 2024 annual). Ratepayers in Wilson pay the utility rate; check your bill for the exact per-kWh breakdown of supply and delivery.

Are bills in Wilson higher or lower than the North Carolina average?

City of Wilson - (NC) averages $131.42 — below the state average of $165.83.

Sources: EIA-861 2024 (City of Wilson - (NC)) · EIA residential retail-sales series (North Carolina) · Census 2020 population. See methodology.