Appalachian Power - Virginia Electricity Rates

Appalachian Power is a Virginia-based electric utility company that serves approximately 1 million customers across Virginia, West Virginia, and Tennessee. In Virginia, the company provides reliable and affordable electricity to over 500,000 customers, covering a service area of more than 25,000 square miles. The company's operations in Virginia are regulated by the Virginia State Corporation Commission, which ensures that the company meets state and federal regulations for safety, reliability, and cost-effectiveness. Appalachian Power is committed to providing clean and sustainable energy, with a focus on increasing the use of renewable energy sources such as wind and solar power. The company also offers various energy efficiency programs to help customers reduce their energy consumption and lower their bills.

Phone

1-800-956-4237

Appalachian Power - Virginia Energy Sources

Appalachian Power - Virginia's energy comes from coal, natural gas, hydroelectric, biomass, and solar. Coal is the largest source of electricity, providing 35% of Appalachian Power - Virginia's energy. Natural Gas is the second largest source, making up 33%. Hydroelectric provides 17% of Appalachian Power - Virginia's electricity. Biomass provides 7% of Appalachian Power - Virginia's electricity. Solar provides 7% of Appalachian Power - Virginia's electricity.

35%

Coal

33%

Natural Gas

17%

Hydroelectric

7%

Biomass

7%

Solar

Appalachian Power - Virginia Rates

The average electricity rate for Appalachian Power - Virginia customers is 11.15 cents/kWh. Appalachian Power - Virginia has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.

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

Appalachian Power - Virginia Reliability

In 2021, the average Appalachian Power - Virginia customer lost electricity for 2 times for about 334 minutes each. In total, the average Appalachian Power - Virginia customer had their electricity out for about 567 minutes during the whole year.

Appalachian Power - Virginia Incentives

Appalachian Power - Virginia can help you upgrade appliances and smart devices in your home.

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

Netmetering

Credited to customer's next bill at retail rate. After 12-month cycle, customer may opt to roll over credit indefinitely or to receive payment at avoided-cost rate. Schools may receive additional compensation for excess generation.

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