Electricity rates in Washington, WV
Washington (1,175 people, Wood 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 Washington
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monongahela Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 14.45¢ | $135 | 334K | 1,250 |
Power outages in Wood County right now
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Outage history in Wood County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 326 | 352 |
| Days with outages | 65 | 65 |
| Most customers out at once | 6,298 (12%) | 9,949 (19%) |
| Worst day | 2024-12-30 | 2025-04-20 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (326 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Blennerhassett 14.4¢
- Lubeck 14.4¢
- Parkersburg 14.4¢
- Vienna 14.4¢
- Mineral Wells 14.4¢
- Boaz 14.4¢
- Williamstown 14.4¢
- Ravenswood 17.1¢
- New Haven 17.1¢
- Saint Marys 14.4¢
ZIP codes: 26181
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Washington?
Most homes in Washington 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 Washington?
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 Washington, WV?
Monongahela Power Co. serves Washington.
How often does the power go out in Washington?
In 2025, customers in Wood County averaged 5 hr 52 min without power. Outages hit 65 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-04-20, when 9,949 customers (19%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.