Appalachian Power - West Virginia Electricity Rates

Appalachian Power is a utility company that operates in the state of West Virginia. It is a subsidiary of American Electric Power (AEP), one of the largest electric utilities in the United States. The company provides electric service to approximately 470,000 customers in West Virginia. It operates a network of transmission lines, substations, and distribution facilities to deliver reliable and affordable electricity to its customers. In addition to providing electricity, Appalachian Power also invests in the communities it serves through various programs and initiatives that promote economic development, education, and environmental stewardship.

Phone

1-800-956-4237

Appalachian Power - West Virginia Energy Sources

Appalachian Power - West Virginia's energy comes from coal, hydroelectric, and natural gas. Coal is the largest source of electricity, providing 92% of Appalachian Power - West Virginia's energy. Hydroelectric is the second largest source, making up 4%. Natural Gas provides 3% of Appalachian Power - West Virginia's electricity.

93%

Coal

4%

Hydroelectric

3%

Natural Gas

Appalachian Power - West Virginia Rates

The average electricity rate for Appalachian Power - West Virginia customers is 13.75 cents/kWh. Appalachian Power - West Virginia has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.

Rate NameRate TypeCost Per kWh
Residential Service Time-of-DayTOU11¢ to 22¢
Residential ServiceFixed12¢ to 17¢

Appalachian Power - West Virginia Reliability

In 2021, the average Appalachian Power - West Virginia customer lost electricity for 3 times for about 749 minutes each. In total, the average Appalachian Power - West Virginia customer had their electricity out for about 2088 minutes during the whole year.

Appalachian Power - West Virginia Incentives

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

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

Netmetering

Credited to customer's next bill at retail rate with no annual true-up (perpetual rollover)

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