Utilities listed
5
West Virginia, 2025
Homes counted
867 thousand
Residential customers
Average price
15.39 cents
Per kWh, West Virginia
Average bill
$165.13
Per month
Utilities serving West Virginia homes
| Utility | Type | Homes in WV | Cents per kWh | Monthly bill |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Appalachian Power | Investor-owned | 347,654 | 17.08 | $190.43 |
| Mon Power (Monongahela Power) | Investor-owned | 334,336 | 14.31 | $133.32 |
| Potomac Edison | Investor-owned | 138,070 | 14.55 | $169.40 |
| Wheeling Power | Investor-owned | 34,202 | 17.61 | $165.54 |
| Black Diamond Power | Investor-owned | 3,243 | 20.10 | $171.85 |
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration, Form EIA-861 (final 2025 data). Homes in WV counts only the customers in this state. Price and bill cover the utility's whole territory and bundled customers only. Delivery only means the utility carries power but does not sell it.
Who owns West Virginia's electric companies
| Type | Utilities | Homes in WV | Share of homes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Investor-owned utility | 5 | 857,505 | 100.0% |
Each type is run differently. An investor-owned company answers to shareholders and a state commission. A municipal utility answers to a city. A cooperative answers to its members. That is why the same state can have very different prices and service from one address to the next.
What West Virginia utilities charge, by type
| Type | Utilities with a price | Average cents per kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Investor-owned utility | 5 | 15.91 |
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration, Form EIA-861 (final 2025 data). Customer-weighted average of the prices utilities report for bundled residential service. It leaves out delivery-only customers and retail providers.
Price differences between types come from costs, customer density and the way each type is financed, so a lower average does not decide which is better for your home.
Utilities with full profiles
These West Virginia utilities are among the 600 largest in the country, and each has a profile with its service area, reliability and rate options.
How West Virginia compares
The statewide average residential price is 15.39 cents per kWh and the average bill is $165.13 a month. See the full breakdown, rankings and neighbors on the West Virginia electricity rates page. Among utilities with at least 10,000 bundled residential customers, average prices ran from 14.31 cents at Monongahela Power to 17.61 cents at Wheeling Power.
Can you switch electric companies in West Virginia?
Most households cannot choose. The company that serves your address is set by where you live. Regulation and complaints go through the West Virginia Public Service Commission.
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West Virginia electric company questions
Who is the largest electric company in West Virginia?
Appalachian Power serves the most residential customers in West Virginia, about 348 thousand homes in 2025 (EIA Form EIA-861).
How many electric utilities are there in West Virginia?
EIA lists 5 electric utilities with residential customers in West Virginia for 2025. Most households are served by a handful of the largest ones.
Which West Virginia utility has the lowest average price?
Among West Virginia utilities with at least 10,000 bundled residential customers, Mon Power (Monongahela Power) had the lowest average residential price in 2025 at 14.31 cents per kWh and Wheeling Power had the highest at 17.61 cents. Prices reflect the utility's costs and customer mix, so a lower price does not mean better service.
Can I choose my electric company in West Virginia?
Usually not. Households in West Virginia buy electricity from the utility, municipal system or cooperative that serves their address.