Blue Ridge Electric Coop Inc residential customers paid an average of 18.94¢/kWh in 2024 —
33% above the South Carolina average of 14.19¢/kWh (EIA-861).
It served 67,553 residential customers across 5 SC counties.
Territories are fixed by address, but the cheapest nearby utility, Greer Commission of Public Wks (11.80¢), works out about $771/yr less at 10,800 kWh/yr.
How Blue Ridge Electric Coop compares with the utilities next door
| Utility | 2024 ¢/kWh | Customers | Δ vs Blue Ridge Electric Coop, ¢/kWh | $/yr difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greer Commission of Public Wks | 11.80 | 24,893 | -7.14 | -$771 |
| Easley Combined Utility System | 12.81 | 15,772 | -6.13 | -$662 |
| Duke Energy Carolinas, LLC | 13.99 | 568,586 | -4.95 | -$535 |
| Laurens Electric Coop, Inc | 14.66 | 58,438 | -4.28 | -$462 |
| Broad River Electric Coop, Inc | 15.91 | 23,140 | -3.03 | -$327 |
| Blue Ridge Electric Coop Inc (this page) | 18.94 | 67,553 | — | — |
5 bundled utilities (≥5,000 customers) share at least one county with Blue Ridge Electric Coop. Positive $/yr = that utility's customers pay more than Blue Ridge Electric Coop customers at the same usage. Territories are fixed by address — these gaps measure cost differences between areas, not options you can pick between.
Where Blue Ridge Electric Coop customers pay more (county benchmark)
| County | Cheapest utility in county | Their ¢/kWh | Blue Ridge Electric Coop premium, $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greenville | Greer Commission of Public Wks | 11.80 | +$771 |
| Spartanburg | Greer Commission of Public Wks | 11.80 | +$771 |
| Pickens | Easley Combined Utility System | 12.81 | +$662 |
| Anderson | Duke Energy Carolinas, LLC | 13.99 | +$535 |
| Oconee | Duke Energy Carolinas, LLC | 13.99 | +$535 |
Multiple utilities in one county means adjoining territories, not household choice — you cannot switch wires companies.
Rate trend and size
| Metric | 2023 | 2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average price, ¢/kWh | 16.47 | 18.94 | +15.0% |
| Residential customers | 66,079 | 67,553 | +2.2% |
Ownership: Cooperative. Statewide context: South Carolina electricity rates.
Supply vs delivery on a Blue Ridge Electric Coop bill
South Carolina is a regulated retail market — Blue Ridge Electric Coop customers cannot choose a different supplier; rates are set in utility-commission proceedings. Official information: psc.sc.gov.
Counties served (SC, EIA-861 2024)
Anderson · Greenville · Oconee · Pickens · Spartanburg
Head-to-head comparisons
- Duke Energy Carolinas, LLC vs Blue Ridge Electric Coop Inc
- Blue Ridge Electric Coop Inc vs Laurens Electric Coop, Inc
Questions people ask
- Is Blue Ridge Electric Coop Inc more expensive than other South Carolina utilities?
- Blue Ridge Electric Coop Inc customers paid an average 18.94 cents/kWh in 2024 — 33% above the South Carolina volume-weighted average of 14.19 cents (EIA-861, bundled residential service).
- Can I switch away from Blue Ridge Electric Coop Inc?
- No — distribution territory is fixed by address and South Carolina has no residential supplier shopping. Rate changes go through the state utility commission (psc.sc.gov).
- How many customers does Blue Ridge Electric Coop Inc have?
- 67,553 residential customers in South Carolina in 2024 across 5 counties, per its EIA-861 federal filing. Ownership type: co-op.
About these numbers. Rates shown are averages computed from federal regulatory filings (EIA Form 861)
and public tariff databases — confirm with your utility before making decisions; your actual rate depends on your tariff,
usage, and riders. Distribution utility is determined by address and generally cannot be chosen; in retail-choice states
you may choose your supplier for the supply portion of the bill. Savings figures use 10,800 kWh/yr
(US average residential usage) and are estimates, not quotes. EnergySavings is an independent data project by CertiHomes
and is not affiliated with any utility, supplier, or government agency.