Electricity rates in Shepherdstown, WV
Shepherdstown (2,079 people, Jefferson 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 Shepherdstown
| 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 Jefferson County right now
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Outage history in Jefferson County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 667 | 239 |
| Days with outages | 46 | 54 |
| Most customers out at once | 3,492 (11.4%) | 3,224 (10.5%) |
| Worst day | 2024-08-09 | 2025-02-16 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (667 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Bolivar 14.4¢
- Martinsburg 14.4¢
- Ranson 14.4¢
- Charles Town 14.4¢
- Inwood 14.4¢
- Shannondale 14.4¢
- Augusta 14.4¢
- Romney 14.4¢
- Fort Ashby 14.4¢
- Wiley Ford 14.4¢
ZIP codes: 25443
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Shepherdstown?
Most homes in Shepherdstown 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 Shepherdstown: The Potomac Edison Company (12.93¢).
What is the average electric bill in Shepherdstown?
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 Shepherdstown, WV?
2 utilities serve Shepherdstown'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 Shepherdstown?
In 2025, customers in Jefferson County averaged 3 hr 59 min without power. Outages hit 54 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-02-16, when 3,224 customers (10.5%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.