Electric Rates & Providers in Washington County, VA

Washington County, Virginia Electricity Rates & Statistics

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Washington County, Virginia Electricity Overview

There was a 6.20% drop in CO2 emissions per capita during the course of the previous 12 months in Washington County.

By megawatt hours sold, the largest electricity supplier in Washington County is Appalachian Power Company.

Washington County has emissions of 4,586.45 kilograms per capita of CO2 equivalent gases. It is the 1494th highest polluting county in the US by per capita pollution.

Releasing 247,654,571.54 kilograms of CO2 gases, Washington County has the 1036th highest pollution level due to electricity consumption of any county in the nation.

With total production of 35,916 megawatt hours, Washington County is the 51st largest generator of electricity in the state out of 133 counties.

Washington County is the 25th highest county in the state for non-renewable production per capita, with an average of 0.67 megawatt hours per resident produced from non-renewable sources.

ENERGY CONSUMPTION

  • Total Consumption

    815,244 MWh

  • Consumption per Capita

    15.1 MWh

ENERGY PRODUCTION

  • Total Production

    35,916 MWh

  • Production from Non-Renewable Energy

    35,916 MWh

  • Production per Capita

    0.67 MWh

EMISSIONS

  • CO2 Emissions

    247,654,572 kg

  • CO2 Emissions per Capita

    4,586.45 kg

Recent Energy News in Abingdon

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Abingdon Electricity Pricing Data

Average Residential Electricity Rate for February, 2024

16.64¢ per kWh

  • 8.36% higher than last month
  • 7.59% higher than February last year
  • 18.58% higher than the Virginia average
  • 2.08% higher than the US average
  • 659th in the state out of 659 cities
  • The state rank has dropped by 41 since last month
  • The state rank is the same since February last year
  • 17,108th in the US out of 26,964 cities
  • The national rank has dropped by 1,062 since last month
  • The national rank has dropped by 2,548 since February last year

12 Month Rolling Average Residential Rate

15.98¢ per kWh

  • 0.62% higher than last month
  • 17.26% higher than February last year
  • 11.09% higher than the Virginia average
  • 5.69% lower than the US average
  • 658th in the state out of 659 cities
  • The state rank is the same since last month
  • The state rank has dropped by 419 since February last year
  • 15,589th in the US out of 26,964 cities
  • The national rank has dropped by 723 since last month
  • The national rank has dropped by 5,848 since February last year

Average Residential Electricity Bill for February, 2024

$199.2 per month

  • 24.14% lower than last month
  • 21.15% higher than February last year
  • 22.56% higher than the Virginia average
  • 58.89% higher than the US average
  • 618th in the state out of 659 cities
  • The state rank has increased by 1 since last month
  • The state rank has dropped by 28 since February last year
  • 26,478th in the US out of 26,964 cities
  • The national rank has increased by 278 since last month
  • The national rank has dropped by 2,153 since February last year

12 Month Rolling Average Residential Bill

$167.04 per month

  • 1.77% higher than last month
  • 12.2% higher than February last year
  • 14.79% higher than the Virginia average
  • 26.04% higher than the US average
  • 592nd in the state out of 659 cities
  • The state rank is the same since last month
  • The state rank has dropped by 13 since February last year
  • 23,214th in the US out of 26,964 cities
  • The national rank has dropped by 302 since last month
  • The national rank has dropped by 3,886 since February last year

Average Commercial Electricity Rate for February, 2024

13.87¢ per kWh

  • 10.46% higher than last month
  • 6.83% higher than February last year
  • 30.93% higher than the Virginia average
  • 1.88% higher than the US average
  • 659th in the state out of 659 cities
  • The state rank has dropped by 41 since last month
  • The state rank has dropped by 27 since February last year
  • 19,837th in the US out of 26,992 cities
  • The national rank has dropped by 3,911 since last month
  • The national rank has dropped by 5,176 since February last year

12 Month Rolling Average Commercial Rate

13.04¢ per kWh

  • 0.57% higher than last month
  • 20.37% higher than February last year
  • 23.38% higher than the Virginia average
  • 7.66% lower than the US average
  • 631st in the state out of 659 cities
  • The state rank is the same since last month
  • The state rank has dropped by 109 since February last year
  • 14,959th in the US out of 26,992 cities
  • The national rank has dropped by 476 since last month
  • The national rank has dropped by 8,534 since February last year

Average Commercial Electricity Bill for February, 2024

$475.01 per month

  • 7.29% lower than last month
  • 13.1% higher than February last year
  • 52.39% lower than the Virginia average
  • 71.61% lower than the US average
  • 230th in the state out of 659 cities
  • The state rank is the same since last month
  • The state rank has dropped by 1 since February last year
  • 11,379th in the US out of 26,992 cities
  • The national rank has dropped by 204 since last month
  • The national rank has dropped by 2,962 since February last year

12 Month Rolling Average Commercial Bill

$472.83 per month

  • 0.98% higher than last month
  • 16.8% higher than February last year
  • 53.87% lower than the Virginia average
  • 71.21% lower than the US average
  • 230th in the state out of 659 cities
  • The state rank is the same since last month
  • The state rank has dropped by 56 since February last year
  • 9,957th in the US out of 26,992 cities
  • The national rank has dropped by 200 since last month
  • The national rank has dropped by 4,066 since February last year

Average Industrial Electricity Rate for February, 2024

10.37¢ per kWh

  • 2.49% higher than last month
  • 2.22% higher than February last year
  • 17.33% higher than the Virginia average
  • 5.29% higher than the US average
  • 617th in the state out of 659 cities
  • The state rank has increased by 1 since last month
  • The state rank has dropped by 55 since February last year
  • 19,950th in the US out of 26,382 cities
  • The national rank has increased by 42 since last month
  • The national rank has dropped by 174 since February last year

12 Month Rolling Average Industrial Rate

10.27¢ per kWh

  • 0.18% higher than last month
  • 23.41% higher than February last year
  • 11.01% higher than the Virginia average
  • 0.69% higher than the US average
  • 562nd in the state out of 659 cities
  • The state rank is the same since last month
  • The state rank has dropped by 77 since February last year
  • 19,347th in the US out of 26,382 cities
  • The national rank has increased by 39 since last month
  • The national rank has dropped by 8,923 since February last year

Average Industrial Electricity Bill for February, 2024

$18,147.76 per month

  • 9.63% lower than last month
  • 0.5% higher than February last year
  • 60.97% lower than the Virginia average
  • 40.8% lower than the US average
  • 203rd in the state out of 659 cities
  • The state rank has increased by 1 since last month
  • The state rank has increased by 1 since February last year
  • 17,189th in the US out of 26,382 cities
  • The national rank has dropped by 192 since last month
  • The national rank has dropped by 755 since February last year

12 Month Rolling Average Industrial Bill

$20,190.33 per month

  • 0.04% higher than last month
  • 20.01% higher than February last year
  • 62.57% lower than the Virginia average
  • 40.77% lower than the US average
  • 204th in the state out of 659 cities
  • The state rank is the same since last month
  • The state rank has dropped by 1 since February last year
  • 16,767th in the US out of 26,382 cities
  • The national rank has increased by 26 since last month
  • The national rank has dropped by 1,789 since February last year

Abingdon, VA Electricity Overview

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Abingdon's citizens are charged an average residential electricity rate of 15.92 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 11.81% higher than the average Virginia rate of 14.24 cents and 0.60% lower than the national average of 16.02 cents. The average monthly residential electricity bill for a customer in the city is $167.11 per month. Appalachian Power Company is the largest electricity supplier in the city based on megawatt hours sold.

Emissions in Abingdon average 4,381.31 kilograms of CO2 emissions per resident from electricity use, making them the 235th highest polluting city out of 676 cities in Virginia based on emissions per capita. At 4,381.31 kilograms per person and 8,350 people in the city, the city emits 36,583,935.52 kilograms of CO2 emissions a year. This is the 147th worst rank in the state for total emissions from electricity use. Since there is no electricity generation happening within the city limits, electricity suppliers who service Abingdon must source all of the megawatt hours they need every year.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Abingdon

Abingdon residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in October.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.166/kWh$0.102/kWh$262.60/mo.$86.24/mo.
553rd15.92¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Abingdon
488th$167.11Average residential monthly electricity bill for Abingdon Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Abingdon, Virginia

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Appalachian Power CompanyBUNDLED15.92167.115,828,178927,941,000
Strategic Energy LLCENERGY
Texas Retail EnergyENERGY

Glade Spring, VA Electricity Overview

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Glade Spring's citizens are charged an average residential electricity rate of 15.92 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 11.81% higher than the average Virginia rate of 14.24 cents and 0.60% lower than the national average of 16.02 cents. The average monthly residential electricity bill for a customer in the city is $167.11 per month. Appalachian Power Company is the largest electricity supplier in the city based on megawatt hours sold.

Emissions in Glade Spring average 4,381.31 kilograms of CO2 emissions per resident from electricity use, making them the 24th highest polluting city out of 676 cities in Virginia based on emissions per capita. At 4,381.31 kilograms per person and 2,068 people in the city, the city emits 9,060,548.34 kilograms of CO2 emissions a year. This is the 279th worst rank in the state for total emissions from electricity use. Since there is no electricity generation happening within the city limits, electricity suppliers who service Glade Spring must source all of the megawatt hours they need every year.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Glade Spring

Glade Spring residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in October.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.166/kWh$0.102/kWh$262.60/mo.$86.24/mo.
553rd15.92¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Glade Spring
488th$167.11Average residential monthly electricity bill for Glade Spring Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Glade Spring, Virginia

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Appalachian Power CompanyBUNDLED15.92167.115,828,178927,941,000
Strategic Energy LLCENERGY
Texas Retail EnergyENERGY

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Emory CDP, VA Electricity Overview

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Emory CDP's citizens are charged an average residential electricity rate of 15.92 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 11.81% higher than the average Virginia rate of 14.24 cents and 0.60% lower than the national average of 16.02 cents. The average monthly residential electricity bill for a customer in the city is $167.11 per month. Appalachian Power Company is the largest electricity supplier in the city based on megawatt hours sold.

Emissions in Emory CDP average 4,381.31 kilograms of CO2 emissions per resident from electricity use, making them the 24th highest polluting city out of 676 cities in Virginia based on emissions per capita. At 4,381.31 kilograms per person and 1,025 people in the city, the city emits 4,490,842.38 kilograms of CO2 emissions a year. This is the 371st worst rank in the state for total emissions from electricity use. Since there is no electricity generation happening within the city limits, electricity suppliers who service Emory CDP must source all of the megawatt hours they need every year.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Emory CDP

Emory CDP residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in October.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.166/kWh$0.102/kWh$262.60/mo.$86.24/mo.
553rd15.92¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Emory CDP
488th$167.11Average residential monthly electricity bill for Emory CDP Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Emory CDP, Virginia

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Appalachian Power CompanyBUNDLED15.92167.115,828,178927,941,000
Strategic Energy LLCENERGY
Texas Retail EnergyENERGY

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Electricity Production in Washington County, Virginia

Power Plants in Washington County, Virginia

PlantCity/CountyStatePrimary Fuel TypeProduction (MWh)Emission (kg)Emissions per MWhToxic Chemical ReleaseClosing Date
Wolf Hills EnergyMiddle River Power II, LLC (100.00%)
Washington County VA Natural Gas 35,91621,499,540.58598.61

Washington County, Virginia Details

Power Plant Fuel Types, Emissions & Pollution Factors

Emissions in Washington County average 4,586.45 kilograms of CO2 emissions per resident from electricity consumption, making them the 27th worst polluting county out of 133 counties in Virginia based on emissions per capita. This comes to a total emissions amount from electricity consumption of 247,654,571.54 kilograms of CO2 emissions. The county has one electricity producing plant within its borders. For electricity production purposes, Washington County's top fuel is Natural Gas, accounting for 35,916 megawatt hours, or 100.00% of generation in the county.

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Washington County, Virginia Net Metering

Approximately 25.00% of the electricity companies in Washington County offer net metering to their customers. Many net metering regulations are enforced at the state level, and Virginia has commendable laws for consumers interested in purchasing solar panels.

Energy Loss

The one company in Washington County who reports energy loss statistics reported an annual loss of 5.92%. The countrywide average is 2.87%, resulting in Washington County receiving a rank of 2415th best in the country for energy loss efficiency.

Providers In Each City in Washington County:

  • Abingdon, Virginia:
    • Appalachian Power Company: 100.00%
  • Damascus, Virginia:
    • Appalachian Power Company: 100.00%
  • Glade Spring, Virginia:
    • Appalachian Power Company: 100.00%

* City coverage generated based on government data. Always verify you can get service from the provider.

FAQ

What electricity company is the largest provider in Washington County, Virginia?

The largest electricity company in Washington County, Virginia by megawatt hours sold is Appalachian Power Company.

How many power plants are located in Washington County, Virginia?

Washington County, Virginia is home to one power plant generating electricity for the county and other surrounding areas.

What electricity companies offer service in Washington County, Virginia?

County Customers RankProviderEst. County Customers
1Appalachian Power Company23,269
2BVU Authority12,228
3Strategic Energy LLC31
4Texas Retail Energy2

How many electric companies offer service in Washington County, Virginia?

Washington County, Virginia is home to 4 electricity providers operating in the area.

Nick Reese
Last Reviewed By: Nick Reese
Published: 2024-05-14