Electricity rates in Welch, WV
Welch (1,973 people, McDowell 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 Welch
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appalachian Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 17.11¢ | $198 | 348K | 1,035 |
Power outages in McDowell County right now
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Outage history in McDowell County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 2,999 | 1,858 |
| Days with outages | 85 | 91 |
| Most customers out at once | 4,886 (43.1%) | 3,073 (27.1%) |
| Worst day | 2024-09-27 | 2025-02-16 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (2,999 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Mullens 17.1¢
- Oceana 17.1¢
- Bluewell 17.1¢
- Gilbert Creek 17.1¢
- Brush Fork 17.1¢
- Bluefield 17.1¢
- Mallory 17.1¢
- Sophia 17.1¢
- Coal City 17.1¢
- Princeton 17.1¢
ZIP codes: 24801
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Welch?
Most homes in Welch 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 Welch?
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 Welch, WV?
Appalachian Power Co. serves Welch.
How often does the power go out in Welch?
In 2025, customers in McDowell County averaged 30 hr 58 min without power. Outages hit 91 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-02-16, when 3,073 customers (27.1%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.