Electricity rates in Wheeling, WV
Wheeling (27,648 people, Ohio 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 Wheeling
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monongahela Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 14.45¢ | $135 | 334K | 1,250 |
| Wheeling Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 17.72¢ | $167 | 34K | 706 |
Power outages in Ohio County right now
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Outage history in Ohio County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 427 | 615 |
| Days with outages | 56 | 64 |
| Most customers out at once | 4,274 (13%) | 5,872 (17.9%) |
| Worst day | 2024-12-30 | 2025-04-29 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (427 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Benwood 17.7¢
- McMechen 17.7¢
- Glendale 17.7¢
- West Liberty 14.4¢
- Moundsville 17.7¢
- Bethany 14.4¢
- Wellsburg 14.4¢
- Follansbee 14.4¢
- Hooverson Heights 14.4¢
- Weirton 14.4¢
ZIP codes: 26003
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Wheeling?
Most homes in Wheeling 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 Wheeling: Wheeling Power Co. (17.72¢).
What is the average electric bill in Wheeling?
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 Wheeling, WV?
2 utilities serve Wheeling's ZIP codes: Monongahela Power Co., Wheeling Power Co.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Wheeling?
In 2025, customers in Ohio County averaged 10 hr 15 min without power. Outages hit 64 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-04-29, when 5,872 customers (17.9%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.