VA · ranked #22 in the US
Virginia residential rate: 15.7¢/kWh
That's 5% lower than the US average of 16.5¢/kWh. Recent legislation reopened limited competitive supply options; Northern Virginia data-center load is the single fastest-growing demand driver in the state.
Estimated cost
A space heater draws full power only while the thermostat/compressor is running — about 7.5 effective hours at 1500W across your 10-hour window.
At your rate
What appliances cost in Virginia.
Typical monthly running cost at 15.7¢/kWh, sorted by biggest impact on your bill.
Utilities serving Virginia
- Dominion Energy Virginia
- Appalachian Power (AEP)
- Old Dominion Electric Cooperative
Deregulation status
full
In Virginia you can shop for an electricity provider separately from the utility that delivers power. Switching suppliers is often the single biggest lever on your monthly bill.
Sources: www.eia.gov · scc.virginia.gov
Last updated: 2026-04-13