Electricity rates in Ahoskie, NC
Ahoskie (4,910 people, Hertford County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Virginia Electric & Power Co. pay about 13.32¢/kWh, 10% less than the North Carolina average.
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Electric companies serving Ahoskie
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia Electric & Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 13.32¢ | $171 | 109K | 286 |
| Roanoke Electric Member Corp. | Electric cooperative | 21.80¢ | $256 | 12K | 179 |
Power outages in Hertford County right now
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Outage history in Hertford County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 90 | 205 |
| Days with outages | 30 | 48 |
| Most customers out at once | 2,380 (17%) | 1,493 (10.7%) |
| Worst day | 2024-06-20 | 2025-06-18 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (90 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Murfreesboro 13.3¢
- Windsor 13.3¢
- Edenton 13.3¢
- Scotland Neck 16.4¢
- Hertford 13.3¢
- Williamston 16.4¢
- Plymouth 16.4¢
- Robersonville 16.4¢
- Weldon 16.4¢
- Enfield 16.4¢
ZIP codes: 27910
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Ahoskie?
Most homes in Ahoskie get power from Virginia Electric & Power Co., where residential customers pay an average of 13.32¢/kWh including all charges. The North Carolina average is 14.77¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Ahoskie: Roanoke Electric Member Corp. (21.80¢).
What is the average electric bill in Ahoskie?
About $171 a month, based on 1,285 kWh a month (the average for Virginia Electric & Power Co. customers) at 13.32¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Ahoskie, NC?
2 utilities serve Ahoskie's ZIP codes: Virginia Electric & Power Co., Roanoke Electric Member Corp.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Ahoskie?
In 2025, customers in Hertford County averaged 3 hr 25 min without power. Outages hit 48 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-18, when 1,493 customers (10.7%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.