Electricity rates in Hollins, VA
Hollins (14,673 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 Hollins
| 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
- Cloverdale 16.5¢
- Roanoke 16.5¢
- Vinton 16.5¢
- Laymantown 16.5¢
- Daleville 16.5¢
- Salem 16.7¢
- Blue Ridge 16.5¢
- Cave Spring 16.5¢
- Narrows 16.5¢
- Buchanan 17.0¢
ZIP codes: 24012, 24019, 24020
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Hollins?
Most homes in Hollins 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 Hollins: City of Salem (16.73¢).
What is the average electric bill in Hollins?
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 Hollins, VA?
2 utilities serve Hollins'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 Hollins?
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.