Electricity rates in Pearisburg, VA
Pearisburg (2,678 people, Giles 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 Pearisburg
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appalachian Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 16.51¢ | $179 | 468K | 1,116 |
Power outages in Giles County right now
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Outage history in Giles County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 4,716 | 1,174 |
| Days with outages | 91 | 95 |
| Most customers out at once | 7,343 (131.9%) | 2,622 (47.1%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-26 | 2025-05-16 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (4,716 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Pembroke 16.5¢
- Fairlawn 16.5¢
- Dublin 16.5¢
- Prices Fork 16.5¢
- Radford 16.5¢
- Plum Creek 16.5¢
- Blacksburg 16.5¢
- Pulaski 16.5¢
- Merrimac 16.5¢
- Christiansburg 16.5¢
ZIP codes: 24134
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Pearisburg?
Most homes in Pearisburg 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 Pearisburg?
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 Pearisburg, VA?
Appalachian Power Co. serves Pearisburg.
How often does the power go out in Pearisburg?
In 2025, customers in Giles County averaged 19 hr 34 min without power. Outages hit 95 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-05-16, when 2,622 customers (47.1%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.