Electricity rates in Buckhannon, WV
Buckhannon (5,657 people, Upshur 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 Buckhannon
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monongahela Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 14.45¢ | $135 | 334K | 1,250 |
Power outages in Upshur County right now
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Outage history in Upshur County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 1,376 | 1,004 |
| Days with outages | 70 | 79 |
| Most customers out at once | 5,749 (39.9%) | 2,560 (17.8%) |
| Worst day | 2024-01-12 | 2025-07-22 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (1,376 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Weston 14.4¢
- Philippi 14.4¢
- Belington 14.4¢
- Stonewood 14.4¢
- Nutter Fort 14.4¢
- Bridgeport 14.4¢
- Clarksburg 14.4¢
- Despard 14.4¢
- Elkins 14.4¢
- Grafton 14.4¢
ZIP codes: 26201
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Buckhannon?
Most homes in Buckhannon 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 Buckhannon?
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 Buckhannon, WV?
Monongahela Power Co. serves Buckhannon.
How often does the power go out in Buckhannon?
In 2025, customers in Upshur County averaged 16 hr 44 min without power. Outages hit 79 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-07-22, when 2,560 customers (17.8%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.