Electricity rates in MacArthur, WV
MacArthur (1,500 people, Raleigh 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 MacArthur
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appalachian Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 17.11¢ | $198 | 348K | 1,035 |
Power outages in Raleigh County right now
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Outage history in Raleigh County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 2,069 | 1,018 |
| Days with outages | 128 | 124 |
| Most customers out at once | 10,250 (40.5%) | 7,555 (29.9%) |
| Worst day | 2024-09-27 | 2025-01-06 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (2,069 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Mabscott 17.1¢
- Crab Orchard 17.1¢
- Beckley 17.1¢
- Beaver 17.1¢
- Sophia 17.1¢
- Daniels 17.1¢
- Stanaford 17.1¢
- Prosperity 17.1¢
- Coal City 17.1¢
- Shady Spring 17.1¢
ZIP codes: 25802, 25871, 25873
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in MacArthur?
Most homes in MacArthur 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 MacArthur?
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 MacArthur, WV?
Appalachian Power Co. serves MacArthur.
How often does the power go out in MacArthur?
In 2025, customers in Raleigh County averaged 16 hr 58 min without power. Outages hit 124 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-01-06, when 7,555 customers (29.9%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.