Electricity rates in Augusta, WV
Augusta (5,734 people, Hampshire County) is served by Monongahela Power Co.. Homes on Monongahela Power Co. pay about 14.45¢/kWh, 7% less than the West Virginia average.
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Electric companies serving Augusta
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monongahela Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 14.45¢ | $135 | 334K | 1,250 |
Power outages in Hampshire County right now
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Outage history in Hampshire County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 742 | 689 |
| Days with outages | 88 | 99 |
| Most customers out at once | 4,220 (35.9%) | 1,877 (16%) |
| Worst day | 2024-10-02 | 2025-01-30 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (742 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Romney 14.4¢
- Fort Ashby 14.4¢
- Keyser 14.4¢
- Wiley Ford 14.4¢
- Moorefield 14.4¢
- Inwood 14.4¢
- Petersburg 14.4¢
- Martinsburg 14.4¢
- Ranson 14.4¢
- Charles Town 14.4¢
ZIP codes: 26704
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Augusta?
Most homes in Augusta get power from Monongahela Power Co., where residential customers pay an average of 14.45¢/kWh including all charges. The West Virginia average is 15.48¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢.
What is the average electric bill in Augusta?
About $135 a month, based on 932 kWh a month (the average for Monongahela Power Co. customers) at 14.45¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Augusta, WV?
Monongahela Power Co. serves Augusta.
How often does the power go out in Augusta?
In 2025, customers in Hampshire County averaged 11 hr 29 min without power. Outages hit 99 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-01-30, when 1,877 customers (16%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.