Electricity rates in Cave Spring, VA
Cave Spring (24,922 people, Roanoke 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 Cave Spring
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appalachian Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 16.51¢ | $179 | 468K | 1,116 |
| City of Salem | Municipal utility | 16.73¢ | $158 | 11K | 28 |
Power outages in Roanoke County right now
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Outage history in Roanoke County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 1,697 | 1,748 |
| Days with outages | 109 | 103 |
| Most customers out at once | 12,428 (39.6%) | 12,657 (40.3%) |
| Worst day | 2024-09-27 | 2025-02-13 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (1,697 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Narrows 16.5¢
- Roanoke 16.5¢
- Salem 16.7¢
- Vinton 16.5¢
- Hollins 16.5¢
- Cloverdale 16.5¢
- Laymantown 16.5¢
- Daleville 16.5¢
- Shawsville 16.5¢
- Blue Ridge 16.5¢
ZIP codes: 24014, 24015, 24018
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Cave Spring?
Most homes in Cave Spring 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 Cave Spring: City of Salem (16.73¢).
What is the average electric bill in Cave Spring?
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 Cave Spring, VA?
2 utilities serve Cave Spring's ZIP codes: Appalachian Power Co., City of Salem. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Cave Spring?
In 2025, customers in Roanoke County averaged 29 hr 8 min without power. Outages hit 103 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-02-13, when 12,657 customers (40.3%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.