Electricity rates in Rural Retreat, VA
Rural Retreat (1,485 people, Wythe 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 Rural Retreat
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appalachian Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 16.51¢ | $179 | 468K | 1,116 |
Power outages in Wythe County right now
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Outage history in Wythe County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 2,605 | 581 |
| Days with outages | 67 | 49 |
| Most customers out at once | 10,068 (56.4%) | 4,767 (26.7%) |
| Worst day | 2024-09-27 | 2025-04-15 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (2,605 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Atkins 16.5¢
- Wytheville 16.5¢
- Marion 16.5¢
- Adwolf 16.5¢
- Tazewell 16.5¢
- Springville 16.5¢
- Chilhowie 16.5¢
- Bluefield 16.5¢
- Galax 16.5¢
- Saltville 16.5¢
ZIP codes: 24368
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Rural Retreat?
Most homes in Rural Retreat 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 Rural Retreat?
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 Rural Retreat, VA?
Appalachian Power Co. serves Rural Retreat.
How often does the power go out in Rural Retreat?
In 2025, customers in Wythe County averaged 9 hr 41 min without power. Outages hit 49 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-04-15, when 4,767 customers (26.7%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.