Electricity rates in Hinton, WV
Hinton (2,528 people, Summers County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Appalachian Power Co. pay about 17.11¢/kWh, 11% more than the West Virginia average.
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Electric companies serving Hinton
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appalachian Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 17.11¢ | $198 | 348K | 1,035 |
| Monongahela Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 14.45¢ | $135 | 334K | 1,250 |
Power outages in Summers County right now
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Outage history in Summers County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 1,047 | 1,252 |
| Days with outages | 43 | 71 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,578 (23.8%) | 2,078 (31.4%) |
| Worst day | 2024-09-27 | 2025-01-06 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (1,047 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Shady Spring 17.1¢
- Daniels 17.1¢
- Alderson 17.1¢
- Beaver 17.1¢
- Stanaford 17.1¢
- Coal City 17.1¢
- Beckley 17.1¢
- MacArthur 17.1¢
- Mabscott 17.1¢
- Crab Orchard 17.1¢
ZIP codes: 25951
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Hinton?
Most homes in Hinton 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¢. Other utilities serving parts of Hinton: Monongahela Power Co. (14.45¢).
What is the average electric bill in Hinton?
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 Hinton, WV?
2 utilities serve Hinton's ZIP codes: Appalachian Power Co., Monongahela Power Co.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Hinton?
In 2025, customers in Summers County averaged 20 hr 52 min without power. Outages hit 71 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-01-06, when 2,078 customers (31.4%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.