Electricity rates in Gilbert Creek, WV
Gilbert Creek (1,090 people, Mingo County) is served by Appalachian Power Co.. Homes on Appalachian Power Co. pay about 17.11¢/kWh, 11% more than the West Virginia average.
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Electric companies serving Gilbert Creek
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appalachian Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 17.11¢ | $198 | 348K | 1,035 |
Power outages in Mingo County right now
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Outage history in Mingo County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 2,062 | 3,096 |
| Days with outages | 138 | 129 |
| Most customers out at once | 4,037 (28%) | 8,797 (61%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-27 | 2025-02-16 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (2,062 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Mallory 17.1¢
- Oceana 17.1¢
- Mount Gay-Shamrock 17.1¢
- Logan 17.1¢
- Welch 17.1¢
- Williamson 17.1¢
- Mullens 17.1¢
- Chapmanville 17.1¢
- Madison 17.1¢
- Sophia 17.1¢
ZIP codes: 24846, 24851, 25608
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Gilbert Creek?
Most homes in Gilbert Creek 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¢.
What is the average electric bill in Gilbert Creek?
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 Gilbert Creek, WV?
Appalachian Power Co. serves Gilbert Creek.
How often does the power go out in Gilbert Creek?
In 2025, customers in Mingo County averaged 51 hr 36 min without power. Outages hit 129 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-02-16, when 8,797 customers (61%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.