Electricity rates in Blacksburg, VA
Blacksburg (44,215 people, Montgomery 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 Blacksburg
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appalachian Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 16.51¢ | $179 | 468K | 1,116 |
| Virginia Tech Electric Service | State-owned utility | 19.07¢ | $153 | 5,750 | 27 |
Power outages in Montgomery County right now
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Outage history in Montgomery County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 717 | 2,332 |
| Days with outages | 69 | 74 |
| Most customers out at once | 4,846 (14.9%) | 22,393 (68.7%) |
| Worst day | 2024-09-27 | 2025-02-13 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (717 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Merrimac 16.5¢
- Prices Fork 16.5¢
- Christiansburg 16.5¢
- Plum Creek 16.5¢
- Shawsville 16.5¢
- Fairlawn 16.5¢
- Radford 16.5¢
- Pembroke 16.5¢
- Dublin 16.5¢
- Pearisburg 16.5¢
ZIP codes: 24060, 24061, 24062, 24063
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Blacksburg?
Most homes in Blacksburg 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 Blacksburg: Virginia Tech Electric Service (19.07¢).
What is the average electric bill in Blacksburg?
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 Blacksburg, VA?
2 utilities serve Blacksburg's ZIP codes: Appalachian Power Co., Virginia Tech Electric Service. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Blacksburg?
In 2025, customers in Montgomery County averaged 38 hr 52 min without power. Outages hit 74 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-02-13, when 22,393 customers (68.7%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.