Appalachian Power Co. electricity rates
Appalachian Power Co. (investor owned) residential customers paid about 16.4¢ per kWh (Jan–Aug 2026) — an average bill of $178 for 1,048 kWh a month.
What a month costs with Appalachian Power Co.
Monthly cost at the average price of 16.4¢ per kWh. Real bills add or subtract fixed charges, tiers, time-of-use and fuel adjustments.
Price trend
Hover or tap the chart for exact monthly values. Source: EIA-861M (monthly, latest months preliminary); forecast: EIA Short-Term Energy Outlook (October 2026) for the South Atlantic region, which includes Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Maryland, North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, West Virginia.
By state
| State | Home price (2024) | Avg. bill | Customers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 17.0¢ | $178 | 465,283 |
| West Virginia | 16.8¢ | $185 | 348,946 |
ZIP codes served
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Averages, not a quote. Prices here are what each utility’s residential customers paid on average (revenue ÷ kWh sold, fixed charges included), as reported to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. Your own rate depends on your plan, season and usage — check your bill or your utility’s tariff.
Questions
What is Appalachian Power Co.’s electricity rate?
About 16.4¢ per kWh for residential customers (Jan–Aug 2026 average, EIA-861M), including fixed charges spread over usage.
What is the average Appalachian Power Co. electric bill?
$178 a month in 2024, for an average of 1,048 kWh (EIA-861).
Is Appalachian Power Co. cheaper than the Virginia average?
Yes: 16.4¢ versus the Virginia average of 17.6¢ (Aug 2026).