Electricity rates in North Shore, VA
North Shore (3,094 people, Franklin 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 North Shore
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appalachian Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 16.51¢ | $179 | 468K | 1,116 |
| Southside Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 16.69¢ | $194 | 57K | 2,127 |
Power outages in Franklin County right now
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Outage history in Franklin County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 146 | 4,274 |
| Days with outages | 15 | 95 |
| Most customers out at once | 2,282 (7%) | 26,423 (81.4%) |
| Worst day | 2024-11-21 | 2025-02-13 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (146 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Union Hall 16.5¢
- Rocky Mount 16.5¢
- Henry Fork 16.5¢
- Motley 17.0¢
- Narrows 16.5¢
- Gretna 17.0¢
- Bedford 17.0¢
- Vinton 16.5¢
- Hurt 17.0¢
- Roanoke 16.5¢
ZIP codes: 24121, 24176, 24184
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in North Shore?
Most homes in North Shore 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 North Shore: Southside Electric Co-op (16.69¢).
What is the average electric bill in North Shore?
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 North Shore, VA?
2 utilities serve North Shore's ZIP codes: Appalachian Power Co., Southside Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in North Shore?
In 2025, customers in Franklin County averaged 71 hr 14 min without power. Outages hit 95 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-02-13, when 26,423 customers (81.4%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.