Electricity rates in Vinton, VA
Vinton (8,231 people, Roanoke 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 Vinton
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appalachian Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 16.51¢ | $179 | 468K | 1,116 |
Power outages in Roanoke County right now
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Outage history in Roanoke County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 1,697 | 1,748 |
| Days with outages | 109 | 103 |
| Most customers out at once | 12,428 (39.6%) | 12,657 (40.3%) |
| Worst day | 2024-09-27 | 2025-02-13 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (1,697 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Roanoke 16.5¢
- Hollins 16.5¢
- Cloverdale 16.5¢
- Narrows 16.5¢
- Laymantown 16.5¢
- Cave Spring 16.5¢
- Blue Ridge 16.5¢
- Salem 16.7¢
- Daleville 16.5¢
- North Shore 16.5¢
ZIP codes: 24179
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Vinton?
Most homes in Vinton 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 Vinton?
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 Vinton, VA?
Appalachian Power Co. serves Vinton.
How often does the power go out in Vinton?
In 2025, customers in Roanoke County averaged 29 hr 8 min without power. Outages hit 103 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-02-13, when 12,657 customers (40.3%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.