Residential electricity prices in Durham, NC in August 2026 averaged approximately 14.95 cents per kilowatthour (¢/kWh), which was about 18% less than the national average rate of 18.31 ¢/kWh (August 2026). [1]
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See how electricity costs in Durham differ from the average electricity costs for the U.S. overall. [1]
On a year-over-year basis - from July 2025 to July 2026 - residential electricity prices in Durham increased approximately 14%, from 13.35 ¢/kWh to 15.16 ¢/kWh. [1]
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Residential natural gas prices in Durham in July 2026 averaged 34.09 dollars per thousand cubic feet ($/Mcf), which was approximately 29% more than the national average rate of 26.45 $/Mcf (July 2026). [2]
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See the chart below to see a comparison of Durham natural gas prices against U.S. average prices. Compare Durham natural gas costs to overall U.S. average costs. [2]
On a year-over-year basis, residential natural gas prices in Durham (North Carolina) decreased approximately 0%, from 30.13 $/Mcf (June 2025) to 30.10 $/Mcf (June 2026). [2]
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See the chart below for a comparison of Durham solar radiation levels against other areas in the U.S. Compare Durham levels against both 1) low average solar radition levels (WA) and also 2) high average solar radiation levels (NV). [3]
→ k/m/d: kilowatt hours per square meter per day.
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The city of Durham, NC in Durham County has an approximate population of 228,330. [4]
To learn more about utility rates & usage in Durham, NC, or for other information related to utilities in Durham, visit the U.S. Energy Information Administration.
A chemical that smells like sulfur is added to natural gas. This allows it to be detected in cases where leaks occur.
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