Electricity rates in Bassett, VA
Bassett (1,100 people, Henry County) is served by Appalachian Power Co.. Homes on Appalachian Power Co. pay about 16.51¢/kWh, 0% more than the Virginia average.
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Electric companies serving Bassett
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appalachian Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 16.51¢ | $179 | 468K | 1,116 |
Power outages in Henry County right now
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Outage history in Henry County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 544 | 752 |
| Days with outages | 79 | 72 |
| Most customers out at once | 4,241 (15.8%) | 4,345 (16.2%) |
| Worst day | 2024-07-05 | 2025-02-12 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (544 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Stanleytown 16.5¢
- Pannill Fork 16.5¢
- Collinsville 16.5¢
- Martinsville 16.5¢
- Horse Pasture 16.5¢
- Ferrum 16.5¢
- Patrick Springs 16.5¢
- Henry Fork 16.5¢
- Stuart 16.5¢
- Rocky Mount 16.5¢
ZIP codes: 24055
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Bassett?
Most homes in Bassett 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¢.
What is the average electric bill in Bassett?
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 Bassett, VA?
Appalachian Power Co. serves Bassett.
How often does the power go out in Bassett?
In 2025, customers in Henry County averaged 12 hr 32 min without power. Outages hit 72 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-02-12, when 4,345 customers (16.2%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.