Electricity rates in Buchanan, VA
Buchanan (1,178 people, Botetourt County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Virginia Electric & Power Co. pay about 17.01¢/kWh, 3% more than the Virginia average.
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Electric companies serving Buchanan
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia Electric & Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 17.01¢ | $177 | 2.41M | 307 |
| Appalachian Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 16.51¢ | $179 | 468K | 1,116 |
Power outages in Botetourt County right now
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Outage history in Botetourt County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 2,016 | 1,095 |
| Days with outages | 103 | 118 |
| Most customers out at once | 3,805 (35.8%) | 3,607 (33.9%) |
| Worst day | 2024-11-21 | 2025-02-16 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (2,016 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Blue Ridge 16.5¢
- Glasgow 17.0¢
- Laymantown 16.5¢
- Daleville 16.5¢
- Bedford 17.0¢
- Cloverdale 16.5¢
- Hollins 16.5¢
- Vinton 16.5¢
- Clifton Forge 17.0¢
- Lexington 17.0¢
ZIP codes: 24066
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Buchanan?
Most homes in Buchanan get power from Virginia Electric & Power Co., where residential customers pay an average of 17.01¢/kWh including all charges. The Virginia average is 16.48¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Buchanan: Appalachian Power Co. (16.51¢).
What is the average electric bill in Buchanan?
About $177 a month, based on 1,038 kWh a month (the average for Virginia Electric & Power Co. customers) at 17.01¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Buchanan, VA?
2 utilities serve Buchanan's ZIP codes: Virginia Electric & Power Co., Appalachian Power Co.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Buchanan?
In 2025, customers in Botetourt County averaged 18 hr 15 min without power. Outages hit 118 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-02-16, when 3,607 customers (33.9%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.