Electricity rates in Martinsburg, WV
Martinsburg (17,700 people, Berkeley County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Monongahela Power Co. pay about 14.45¢/kWh, 7% less than the West Virginia average.
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Electric companies serving Martinsburg
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monongahela Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 14.45¢ | $135 | 334K | 1,250 |
| The Potomac Edison Company | Investor-owned utility | 12.93¢ | $162 | 138K | 440 |
Power outages in Berkeley County right now
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Outage history in Berkeley County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 77 | 110 |
| Days with outages | 29 | 37 |
| Most customers out at once | 2,462 (3.6%) | 3,952 (5.7%) |
| Worst day | 2024-04-29 | 2025-01-31 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (77 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Inwood 14.4¢
- Shepherdstown 14.4¢
- Ranson 14.4¢
- Charles Town 14.4¢
- Bolivar 14.4¢
- Shannondale 14.4¢
- Augusta 14.4¢
- Romney 14.4¢
- Fort Ashby 14.4¢
- Wiley Ford 14.4¢
ZIP codes: 25401, 25402, 25403, 25404, 25405
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Martinsburg?
Most homes in Martinsburg 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¢. Other utilities serving parts of Martinsburg: The Potomac Edison Company (12.93¢).
What is the average electric bill in Martinsburg?
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 Martinsburg, WV?
2 utilities serve Martinsburg's ZIP codes: Monongahela Power Co., The Potomac Edison Company. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Martinsburg?
In 2025, customers in Berkeley County averaged 110 min without power. Outages hit 37 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-01-31, when 3,952 customers (5.7%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.