Electricity rates in Petersburg, VA
Petersburg (32,477 people, Petersburg (city) County) is served by 3 electric utilities. Homes on Virginia Electric & Power Co. pay about 17.01¢/kWh, 3% more than the Virginia average.
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Electric companies serving Petersburg
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia Electric & Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 17.01¢ | $177 | 2.41M | 307 |
| Southside Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 16.69¢ | $194 | 57K | 2,127 |
| Prince George Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 14.57¢ | $203 | 11K | 383 |
Nearby cities
- Ettrick 17.0¢
- Colonial Heights 17.0¢
- Fort Lee 17.0¢
- Matoaca 17.0¢
- Prince George 17.0¢
- Hopewell 17.0¢
- Enon 17.0¢
- Chester 17.0¢
- Chesterfield Court House 17.0¢
- Bellwood 17.0¢
ZIP codes: 23803, 23804, 23805
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Petersburg?
Most homes in Petersburg get power from Virginia Electric & Power Co., where residential customers pay an average of 17.01¢/kWh including all charges. The Virginia average is 16.48¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Petersburg: Southside Electric Co-op (16.69¢), Prince George Electric Co-op (14.57¢).
What is the average electric bill in Petersburg?
About $177 a month, based on 1,038 kWh a month (the average for Virginia Electric & Power Co. customers) at 17.01¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Petersburg, VA?
3 utilities serve Petersburg's ZIP codes: Virginia Electric & Power Co., Southside Electric Co-op, Prince George Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.