Electricity Price History in West Virginia
Electricity cost depends on monthly usage and your state's rate. Below are historical rate trends and price change metrics for West Virginia. Data comes from EIA residential retail sales.
Current rate
15.39 ¢/kWh
1-year increase
+0.9%
5-year increase
+28.0%
Price Trend
Summary
Electricity prices in West Virginia have increased 28.0% over the past 5 years. One year ago the rate was 14.48¢/kWh; it is now 15.39¢/kWh. Five years ago the rate was 11.41¢/kWh.
More Data & Comparisons
- Electricity cost in West Virginia — Rates, value score, affordability
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- Electricity cost calculator for West Virginia — Usage-based estimates
- Full West Virginia knowledge page — Rates, value score, affordability, trends
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Frequently Asked Questions
- How much have electricity prices increased in West Virginia?
- Electricity prices in West Virginia have increased 28.0% over the past 5 years. The 1-year increase is 0.9%. The annualized 5-year increase is approximately 5.1% per year.
- Why do electricity prices change?
- Electricity prices change due to fuel costs (natural gas, coal, renewables), transmission and distribution investments, regulatory policies, demand patterns, and weather. State-level rates also reflect local generation mix and market structure.
- Are electricity prices rising faster than inflation?
- It varies by state and period. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that electricity prices have often risen faster than overall inflation in recent years due to grid modernization, renewable mandates, and fuel cost volatility. Compare your state's annualized increase to CPI inflation.