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Electricity rates in Virginia

The average residential electricity price in Virginia was 17.64¢/kWh in August 2026, 2.9% below the U.S. average of 18.16¢/kWh (EIA).

Average price (Aug 2026)
17.64¢/kWh
Change vs Aug 2025
+11.3%+1.79¢/kWh
Rank (1 = most expensive)
20thof 51
vs U.S. average
−2.9%−0.52¢/kWh

Virginia residential electricity price, last 12 months

Virginia vs U.S. average residential electricity price, last 12 monthsVirginia: 16.6¢ in Sep 2025, 17.6¢ in Aug 2026. Low 15.3¢, high 17.6¢.15.0¢16.0¢17.0¢18.0¢19.0¢20.0¢Nov 2025Feb 2026May 2026Aug 2026
· cents per kWh
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MonthVirginiaU.S. average
Aug 202617.6¢18.2¢
Jul 202617.6¢18.3¢
Jun 202617.2¢18.4¢
May 202617.6¢18.4¢
Apr 202617.4¢18.9¢
Mar 202617.1¢18.6¢
Feb 202616.0¢17.6¢
Jan 202615.9¢17.4¢
Dec 202515.3¢17.1¢
Nov 202515.9¢17.8¢
Oct 202516.4¢17.9¢
Sep 202516.6¢18.1¢

Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (Aug 2026). Retrieved November 5, 2026. About our data

What common appliances cost to run in Virginia

Worked examples at 17.64¢/kWh, the August 2026 average:

  • Running a 1,500 W space heater 6 hours a day for 30 days uses 270 kWh and costs about $47.63.
  • Running a 3,500 W central air conditioner 8 hours a day for 30 days uses 840 kWh and costs about $148.18.
  • Running a refrigerator using 500 kWh per year uses 500 kWh and costs about $88.20 a year.

Try your own appliance in the appliance cost calculator.

Typical monthly use and bill

Virginia residential customers used an average of 1,067 kWh a month in 2025 (EIA annual data). At 17.64¢/kWh, that works out to about $188.22 a month.

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Frequently asked questions

Is electricity expensive in Virginia?

Virginia ranked 20th most expensive of 51 (50 states and DC) in August 2026, at 17.64¢/kWh versus the U.S. average of 18.16¢/kWh.

How have Virginia electricity prices changed over the past year?

The average residential price rose from 15.85¢/kWh in August 2025 to 17.64¢/kWh in August 2026, a change of +11.3%.

What is a typical electric bill in Virginia?

Residential customers in Virginia used an average of 1,067 kWh a month in 2025. At 17.64¢/kWh that is about $188.22 a month. Use the electric bill calculator for your own usage.

Why might my Virginia rate differ from this average?

The state average blends every utility, rate plan and fixed charge in the state. Utilities, co-ops and municipal providers set different tariffs, and time-of-use or tiered plans change the price of each kWh. Divide your bill total by your kWh for your own average rate.

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