Electricity Cost in Virginia
This page summarizes average residential electricity rates and estimated costs for Virginia. All figures are based on EIA data and use a standard 900 kWh monthly usage for cost estimates.
Average rate
15.26 ¢/kWh
Est. monthly (900 kWh)
$137.34
Est. annual (10,800 kWh)
$1648.08
vs national (monthly)
$-20.79
National avg: 17.57¢/kWh
How Virginia Compares
State rate
15.26 ¢/kWh
National average
17.57 ¢/kWh
Difference
-13.1%
Category
lower than national average
Key Insights
- Electricity in Virginia costs 13% less than the national average.
- Virginia ranks #28 among U.S. states for electricity prices.
- Virginia shows a rising electricity price trend based on recent historical data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the average electricity cost in Virginia?
- The average residential electricity rate in Virginia is 15.26 cents per kWh. At 900 kWh per month, that translates to an estimated monthly cost of $137.34.
- Is electricity in Virginia cheaper than the national average?
- Electricity in Virginia costs about $20.79 less per month than the U.S. national average when using 900 kWh.
- How much does 900 kWh cost in Virginia?
- At the average rate of 15.26¢/kWh, 900 kWh costs approximately $137.34 per month, or about $1648.08 per year.