WattBuy’s Guide to

Electricity in
Abingdon

Virginia

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The State of Electricity in Abingdon

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

Average monthly bill

January

$224highest

February

$94lowest

March

$102

April

$121

May

$118

June

$117

July

$125

August

$121

September

$115

October

$119

November

$107

December

$115

Carbon Emissions

494 lbs CO₂

Monthly Usage

822 kWh

Where does Abingdon’s electricity come from?

Abingdon's energy comes from Natural Gas, Nuclear, Solar, and Hydroelectric. Natural Gas is the largest source of electricity, providing 62% of Abingdon's energy. Nuclear is the second largest source, making up 30%. Solar provides 7% of the energy in Abingdon. Hydroelectric provides 1% of the energy in Abingdon.

62%

Natural Gas

30%

Nuclear

7%

Solar

1%

Hydroelectric

Solar energy in Abingdon

The state of solar in Abingdon

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

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Energy generated by average sized system

$14,443

Average system cost

(after federal incentive)

11 years

Payback period

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Net metering policies in Abingdon 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 Abingdon

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Sealing and Insulation Productsup to $125Appalachian PowerSee Details
Ductless Heat Pump (mini & multi split) Systemsup to $300Appalachian PowerSee Details
Heat Pump Water HeatersUp to $400Appalachian PowerSee Details
Sealing and Insulation Productsup to $500Appalachian PowerSee Details
Clothes Dryers$50Appalachian PowerSee Details
Sealing and Insulation Productsup to $450Appalachian PowerSee Details
Ductless Heat Pump (mini & multi split) Systems$267Appalachian PowerSee Details
Freezers (purchase)$25Appalachian PowerSee Details
Room Air Conditioning (purchase)$25Appalachian PowerSee Details
Heat Pump Water Heatersup to $400Appalachian PowerSee Details
Central Air Conditioning - Single Packageup to $700Appalachian PowerSee Details
Refrigerators (purchase)$50Appalachian PowerSee Details
Sealing and Insulation Productsup to $100Appalachian PowerSee Details
Clothes Washers$50Appalachian PowerSee Details
Sealing and Insulation Productsup to $350Appalachian PowerSee Details

Utilities in Abingdon

Appalachian Power - Virginia

Appalachian Power - Virginia Rates

Appalachian Power - Virginia has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.

Rate NameRate TypeCost Per kWh
Residential Service Smart Time-of-UseTOU10¢ to 33¢
Residential Service Time-of-DayTOU8¢ to 29¢
Residential Service (Traditional)Fixed17¢
Residential Service Smart DemandTOU12¢ to 796¢

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