WattBuy’s Guide to

Electricity in
Salem

North Carolina

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The State of Electricity in Salem

Here's the average monthly bill, usage, and carbon footprint of residents in Salem

Average monthly bill

January

$134

February

$111

March

$88lowest

April

$89

May

$106

June

$148

July

$211highest

August

$193

September

$115

October

$98

November

$98

December

$112

Carbon Emissions

784 lbs CO₂

Monthly Usage

1,001 kWh

Where does Salem’s electricity come from?

Salem's energy comes from Natural Gas, Nuclear, Coal, Solar, Hydroelectric, and Wind. Natural Gas is the largest source of electricity, providing 38% of Salem's energy. Nuclear is the second largest source, making up 28%. Coal provides 24% of the energy in Salem. Solar provides 6% of the energy in Salem. Hydroelectric provides 2% of the energy in Salem. Wind provides 1% of the energy in Salem.

38%

Natural Gas

28%

Nuclear

24%

Coal

6%

Solar

2%

Hydroelectric

1%

Wind

Solar energy in Salem

The state of solar in Salem

Solar power is on the rise, helping homeowners save on their electricity bills and power their homes sustainably.

1,061 kWh

Energy generated by average sized system

$16,645

Average system cost

(after federal incentive)

12 years

Payback period

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Net Metering Available

Get paid for the extra solar you produce

Net metering policies in Salem can help solar panel owners save money and reduce their carbon footprint. When your solar panels generate more electricity than you use, you can send the excess back to the grid and receive credit on your next bill. Just something to keep in mind when considering solar panels.

Energy Efficiency Incentives in Salem

incentive	savings	utility
Heat Pump Water Heaters	$350	Duke Energy Progress	See Details
Light Bulbs	Varies	Duke Energy Progress	See Details
Light Fixtures	Varies	Duke Energy Progress	See Details

Utilities in Salem

Duke Energy - North Carolina

Duke Energy - North Carolina Rates

Duke Energy - North Carolina has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.

Rate Name	Rate Type	Cost Per kWh
Residential Service Time-Off-Use	TOU	6¢ to 382¢
Residential Service Time-of-Use	TOU	9¢ to 31¢
Residential Service	Fixed	13¢ to 14¢

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