Electricity rates in Oceana, WV
Oceana (1,302 people, Wyoming 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 Oceana
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appalachian Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 17.11¢ | $198 | 348K | 1,035 |
Power outages in Wyoming County right now
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Outage history in Wyoming County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 4,430 | 2,058 |
| Days with outages | 95 | 129 |
| Most customers out at once | 6,263 (91.4%) | 2,078 (30.3%) |
| Worst day | 2024-09-28 | 2025-12-19 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (4,430 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Mallory 17.1¢
- Mullens 17.1¢
- Gilbert Creek 17.1¢
- Welch 17.1¢
- Sophia 17.1¢
- Crab Orchard 17.1¢
- Coal City 17.1¢
- Logan 17.1¢
- MacArthur 17.1¢
- Mabscott 17.1¢
ZIP codes: 24870
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Oceana?
Most homes in Oceana 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 Oceana?
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 Oceana, WV?
Appalachian Power Co. serves Oceana.
How often does the power go out in Oceana?
In 2025, customers in Wyoming County averaged 34 hr 18 min without power. Outages hit 129 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-12-19, when 2,078 customers (30.3%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.