Electricity rates in Hamlin, WV
Hamlin (1,123 people, Lincoln 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 Hamlin
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appalachian Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 17.11¢ | $198 | 348K | 1,035 |
Power outages in Lincoln County right now
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Outage history in Lincoln County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 3,508 | 2,746 |
| Days with outages | 130 | 135 |
| Most customers out at once | 7,206 (61%) | 7,676 (64.9%) |
| Worst day | 2024-04-02 | 2025-01-06 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (3,508 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Culloden 17.1¢
- Milton 17.1¢
- Hurricane 17.1¢
- Barboursville 17.1¢
- Tornado 17.1¢
- Pea Ridge 17.1¢
- Teays Valley 17.1¢
- Alum Creek 17.1¢
- Saint Albans 17.1¢
- Nitro 17.1¢
ZIP codes: 25523
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Hamlin?
Most homes in Hamlin 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 Hamlin?
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 Hamlin, WV?
Appalachian Power Co. serves Hamlin.
How often does the power go out in Hamlin?
In 2025, customers in Lincoln County averaged 45 hr 46 min without power. Outages hit 135 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-01-06, when 7,676 customers (64.9%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.