Electricity rates in Chester, WV
Chester (2,498 people, Hancock 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 Chester
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monongahela Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 14.45¢ | $135 | 334K | 1,250 |
Power outages in Hancock County right now
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Outage history in Hancock County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 545 | 851 |
| Days with outages | 44 | 42 |
| Most customers out at once | 2,836 (16.7%) | 7,180 (42.2%) |
| Worst day | 2024-04-18 | 2025-04-30 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (545 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Newell 14.4¢
- New Cumberland 14.4¢
- Weirton 14.4¢
- Weirton Heights 14.4¢
- Follansbee 14.4¢
- Hooverson Heights 14.4¢
- Wellsburg 14.4¢
- Bethany 14.4¢
- West Liberty 14.4¢
- Wheeling 14.4¢
ZIP codes: 26034
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Chester?
Most homes in Chester 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 Chester?
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 Chester, WV?
Monongahela Power Co. serves Chester.
How often does the power go out in Chester?
In 2025, customers in Hancock County averaged 14 hr 11 min without power. Outages hit 42 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-04-30, when 7,180 customers (42.2%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.