Electricity rates in Abingdon, VA
Abingdon (8,119 people, Washington County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Appalachian Power Co. pay about 16.51¢/kWh, 0% more than the Virginia average.
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Electric companies serving Abingdon
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appalachian Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 16.51¢ | $179 | 468K | 1,116 |
| Bristol Virginia Utilities | Municipal utility | 12.53¢ | $155 | 14K | 25 |
Power outages in Washington County right now
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Outage history in Washington County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 3,076 | 325 |
| Days with outages | 81 | 56 |
| Most customers out at once | 18,732 (57.5%) | 2,278 (7%) |
| Worst day | 2024-09-27 | 2025-05-17 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (3,076 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Emory 16.5¢
- Glade Spring 16.5¢
- Bristol 12.5¢
- Lebanon 16.5¢
- Saltville 16.5¢
- Chilhowie 16.5¢
- Castlewood 16.5¢
- Honaker 16.5¢
- Adwolf 16.5¢
- Raven 16.5¢
ZIP codes: 24210, 24211, 24212
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Abingdon?
Most homes in Abingdon get power from Appalachian Power Co., where residential customers pay an average of 16.51¢/kWh including all charges. The Virginia average is 16.48¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Abingdon: Bristol Virginia Utilities (12.53¢).
What is the average electric bill in Abingdon?
About $179 a month, based on 1,084 kWh a month (the average for Appalachian Power Co. customers) at 16.51¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Abingdon, VA?
2 utilities serve Abingdon's ZIP codes: Appalachian Power Co., Bristol Virginia Utilities. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Abingdon?
In 2025, customers in Washington County averaged 5 hr 25 min without power. Outages hit 56 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-05-17, when 2,278 customers (7%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.