Electricity rates in Philippi, WV
Philippi (3,256 people, Barbour 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 Philippi
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monongahela Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 14.45¢ | $135 | 334K | 1,250 |
Power outages in Barbour County right now
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Outage history in Barbour County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 838 | 1,092 |
| Days with outages | 50 | 59 |
| Most customers out at once | 2,476 (28%) | 3,292 (37.2%) |
| Worst day | 2024-07-12 | 2025-02-16 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (838 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Belington 14.4¢
- Grafton 14.4¢
- Bridgeport 14.4¢
- Buckhannon 14.4¢
- Stonewood 14.4¢
- Nutter Fort 14.4¢
- Despard 14.4¢
- Clarksburg 14.4¢
- Elkins 14.4¢
- Parsons 14.4¢
ZIP codes: 26416
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Philippi?
Most homes in Philippi 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 Philippi?
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 Philippi, WV?
Monongahela Power Co. serves Philippi.
How often does the power go out in Philippi?
In 2025, customers in Barbour County averaged 18 hr 12 min without power. Outages hit 59 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-02-16, when 3,292 customers (37.2%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.