Electricity rates in Marion, VA
Marion (5,957 people, Smyth 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 Marion
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appalachian Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 16.51¢ | $179 | 468K | 1,116 |
Power outages in Smyth County right now
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Outage history in Smyth County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 4,706 | 652 |
| Days with outages | 96 | 78 |
| Most customers out at once | 12,160 (64.9%) | 5,821 (31.1%) |
| Worst day | 2024-09-27 | 2025-05-17 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (4,706 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Adwolf 16.5¢
- Atkins 16.5¢
- Chilhowie 16.5¢
- Rural Retreat 16.5¢
- Saltville 16.5¢
- Glade Spring 16.5¢
- Emory 16.5¢
- Tazewell 16.5¢
- Claypool Hill 16.5¢
- Cedar Bluff 16.5¢
ZIP codes: 24354
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Marion?
Most homes in Marion 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 Marion?
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 Marion, VA?
Appalachian Power Co. serves Marion.
How often does the power go out in Marion?
In 2025, customers in Smyth County averaged 10 hr 52 min without power. Outages hit 78 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-05-17, when 5,821 customers (31.1%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.