Electricity rates in Prince George, VA
Prince George (2,066 people, Prince George County) is served by 2 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 Prince George
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia Electric & Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 17.01¢ | $177 | 2.41M | 307 |
| Prince George Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 14.57¢ | $203 | 11K | 383 |
Power outages in Prince George County right now
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Outage history in Prince George County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 225 | 303 |
| Days with outages | 40 | 55 |
| Most customers out at once | 4,233 (18.6%) | 3,407 (14.9%) |
| Worst day | 2024-01-10 | 2025-12-19 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (225 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Fort Lee 17.0¢
- Hopewell 17.0¢
- Petersburg 17.0¢
- Colonial Heights 17.0¢
- Enon 17.0¢
- Ettrick 17.0¢
- Matoaca 17.0¢
- Chester 17.0¢
- Chesterfield Court House 17.0¢
- Bellwood 17.0¢
ZIP codes: 23875
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Prince George?
Most homes in Prince George 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 Prince George: Prince George Electric Co-op (14.57¢).
What is the average electric bill in Prince George?
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 Prince George, VA?
2 utilities serve Prince George's ZIP codes: Virginia Electric & Power Co., Prince George Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Prince George?
In 2025, customers in Prince George County averaged 5 hr 3 min without power. Outages hit 55 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-12-19, when 3,407 customers (14.9%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.