WattBuy’s Guide toElectricity in
Electricity in
West Virginia
Here's the average monthly bill, usage, and carbon footprint of residents in West Virginia
January
$424highestFebruary
$257March
$165April
$139May
$136June
$134lowestJuly
$152August
$138September
$135October
$148November
$157December
$242Carbon Emissions
2,580 lbs CO₂
Monthly Usage
1,279 kWh
West Virginia's energy comes from Coal, Wind, Natural Gas, and Hydroelectric. Coal is the largest source of electricity, providing 90% of West Virginia's energy. Wind is the second largest source, making up 5%. Natural Gas provides 3% of the energy in West Virginia. Hydroelectric provides 2% of the energy in West Virginia.
90%
Coal
5%
Wind
3%
Natural Gas
2%
Hydroelectric
Solar power is on the rise, helping homeowners save on their electricity bills and power their homes sustainably.
836 kWh
Energy generated by average sized system
$16,642
Average system cost
(after federal incentive)
12 years
Payback period
Net metering policies in West Virginia 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.
| incentive | savings | utility | |
| Sealing and Insulation Products | up to $450 | Appalachian Power | See Details |
| Refrigerators (purchase) | $50 | Appalachian Power | See Details |
| Room Air Conditioning (purchase) | $25 | Appalachian Power | See Details |
| Heat Pump Water Heaters | Up to $400 | Appalachian Power | See Details |
| Sealing and Insulation Products | up to $125 | Appalachian Power | See Details |
| Clothes Washers | $50 | Appalachian Power | See Details |
| Sealing and Insulation Products | up to $350 | Appalachian Power | See Details |
| Sealing and Insulation Products | up to $500 | Appalachian Power | See Details |
| Sealing and Insulation Products | up to $100 | Appalachian Power | See Details |
| Ductless Heat Pump (mini & multi split) Systems | $267 | Appalachian Power | See Details |
| Central Air Conditioning - Single Package | up to $700 | Appalachian Power | See Details |
| Ductless Heat Pump (mini & multi split) Systems | up to $300 | Appalachian Power | See Details |
| Clothes Dryers | $50 | Appalachian Power | See Details |
| Freezers (purchase) | $25 | Appalachian Power | See Details |
| Heat Pump Water Heaters | up to $400 | Appalachian Power | See Details |
Craig-Botetourt Electric Coop has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Residential Service | TOU | 5¢ to 15¢ |
| Residential Service Time Of Use Optional | TOU |
City of New Martinsville has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Residential | Fixed | 10¢ to 10¢ |
Philippi Municipal Electric has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Residential | Fixed | 9¢ |
Mon Power has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Residential Service | Fixed | 13¢ |
Appalachian Power - West Virginia has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Residential Service | Fixed | 12¢ to 17¢ |
| Residential Service Time-of-Day | TOU | 11¢ to 22¢ |
Potomac Edison - West Virginia has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Residential Service | Fixed | 13¢ |
Harrison Rural Elec Assn, Inc has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| RESIDENTIAL Planned Development Rate Schedule RPD | Fixed | 12¢ |
Black Diamond Power Co has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Schedule DS - Domestic Service | Fixed | 11¢ to 11¢ |
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