Estimated monthly utility costs (1,000 kWh + 5,000 gal)
Average monthly utility costs in High Point, NC are about $303.67, based on 1,000 kWh of electricity and 5,000 gallons of water, plus sewer and trash fees. See the full breakdown and sources below.
$303.67
Utilities here are about 15% higher than the North Carolina city average, driven mainly by sewer.
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Water is up 7.9%, from $37.77 to $40.77 at 5,000 gal.
The previous tariff was last verified July 14, 2026. We recorded this change on October 18, 2026.
High Point inside-city residential water rose 8 percent on October 1, 2026. The 5/8-inch fixed charge went from $11.75 to $12.69, and the commodity charge went from $3.89 to $4.20 per 748 gallons.
City of High Point – water and sewer rates (effective October 1, 2026)
Sewer is up 8.0%, from $129.09 to $139.41 at 5,000 gal.
The previous tariff was last verified July 14, 2026. We recorded this change on October 18, 2026.
High Point inside-city residential sewer rose 8 percent on October 1, 2026. The fixed charge, the residential flat charge, and the commodity charge each increased.
City of High Point – water and sewer rates (effective October 1, 2026)
Municipal electric (not Duke). Tiered: first 350 kWh at lower rate; over 350 kWh ~10.26¢ summer / 8.67¢ winter.
Inside city, 5/8-inch or 3/4-inch fixed charge $12.69. Residential commodity $4.20 per unit (748 gallons), equal to $5.615 per 1,000 gallons. Outside-city rates are double.
Inside city: 5/8-inch sewer fixed charge $19.65 plus residential flat charge $70.90, and commodity $7.31 per unit (748 gallons). At 5,000 gallons that is about $139.41. Outside-city rates are double.
$15/mo billed on utility bill for once-weekly residential trash pickup. One-time $70 for garbage can; one-time $70 for recycling can.
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$303.67
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Other cities in Guilford County. Click a city for full breakdowns.
| City | Est. total/mo |
|---|---|
| High Point (this) | $303.67 |
| Greensboro | $235.79 |
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