Electricity rates in Marlinton, WV
Marlinton (1,029 people, Pocahontas 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 Marlinton
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monongahela Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 14.45¢ | $135 | 334K | 1,250 |
Power outages in Pocahontas County right now
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Outage history in Pocahontas County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 2,067 | 2,836 |
| Days with outages | 77 | 81 |
| Most customers out at once | 4,550 (98.9%) | 2,748 (59.8%) |
| Worst day | 2024-04-13 | 2025-08-07 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (2,067 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Richwood 17.1¢
- Webster Springs 14.4¢
- Craigsville 14.4¢
- White Sulphur Springs 14.4¢
- Lewisburg 14.4¢
- Fairlea 14.4¢
- Ronceverte 14.4¢
- Rainelle 17.1¢
- Summersville 17.1¢
- Alderson 17.1¢
ZIP codes: 24954
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Marlinton?
Most homes in Marlinton 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 Marlinton?
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 Marlinton, WV?
Monongahela Power Co. serves Marlinton.
How often does the power go out in Marlinton?
In 2025, customers in Pocahontas County averaged 47 hr 16 min without power. Outages hit 81 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-08-07, when 2,748 customers (59.8%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.