Electricity rates in Alderson, WV
Alderson (1,182 people, Greenbrier County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Appalachian Power Co. pay about 17.11¢/kWh, 11% more than the West Virginia average.
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Electric companies serving Alderson
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appalachian Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 17.11¢ | $198 | 348K | 1,035 |
| Monongahela Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 14.45¢ | $135 | 334K | 1,250 |
Power outages in Greenbrier County right now
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Outage history in Greenbrier County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 1,300 | 1,876 |
| Days with outages | 76 | 94 |
| Most customers out at once | 12,959 (64.5%) | 16,397 (81.6%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-28 | 2025-05-14 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (1,300 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Ronceverte 14.4¢
- Fairlea 14.4¢
- Lewisburg 14.4¢
- Hinton 17.1¢
- Rainelle 17.1¢
- White Sulphur Springs 14.4¢
- Shady Spring 17.1¢
- Daniels 17.1¢
- Beaver 17.1¢
- Stanaford 17.1¢
ZIP codes: 24910
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Alderson?
Most homes in Alderson get power from Appalachian Power Co., where residential customers pay an average of 17.11¢/kWh including all charges. The West Virginia average is 15.48¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Alderson: Monongahela Power Co. (14.45¢).
What is the average electric bill in Alderson?
About $198 a month, based on 1,157 kWh a month (the average for Appalachian Power Co. customers) at 17.11¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Alderson, WV?
2 utilities serve Alderson's ZIP codes: Appalachian Power Co., Monongahela Power Co.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Alderson?
In 2025, customers in Greenbrier County averaged 31 hr 16 min without power. Outages hit 94 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-05-14, when 16,397 customers (81.6%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.