Electricity rates in Salem, WV
Salem (1,551 people, Harrison 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 Salem
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monongahela Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 14.45¢ | $135 | 334K | 1,250 |
Power outages in Harrison County right now
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Outage history in Harrison County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 269 | 711 |
| Days with outages | 78 | 101 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,801 (4.3%) | 11,190 (26.5%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-28 | 2025-03-16 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (269 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Clarksburg 14.4¢
- Nutter Fort 14.4¢
- Stonewood 14.4¢
- Despard 14.4¢
- Shinnston 14.4¢
- Bridgeport 14.4¢
- Bethlehem 14.4¢
- Weston 14.4¢
- Mannington 14.4¢
- Pennsboro 14.4¢
ZIP codes: 26426
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Salem?
Most homes in Salem 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 Salem?
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 Salem, WV?
Monongahela Power Co. serves Salem.
How often does the power go out in Salem?
In 2025, customers in Harrison County averaged 11 hr 51 min without power. Outages hit 101 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-03-16, when 11,190 customers (26.5%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.