What is the average electricity rate in Albright, West Virginia?

The average residential electricity rate in Albright is approximately 17.14¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $128 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Albright?

Natural gas customers in Albright pay an average of $89 per month. The rate is approximately $1.45/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Albright, West Virginia?

Electricity in Albright is distributed by Appalachian Power (AEP) and Monongalia Power. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.

Which gas company serves Albright?

Albright natural gas service is provided by Equitable Gas (Peoples Natural Gas) and Dominion Hope. Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.

How do Albright electricity rates compare to West Virginia averages?

Albright's electricity rate of 17.14¢/kWh is above the West Virginia state average of 16.80¢/kWh. Urban areas often have higher distribution costs.

How do I start or stop utility service in Albright?

To start electric service in Albright, contact Appalachian Power (AEP) and Monongalia Power. For gas service, contact Equitable Gas (Peoples Natural Gas) and Dominion Hope. You'll typically need a photo ID, your new address, and a move-in date. Service can usually be established within 1-3 business days.

Albright, West Virginia Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in Albright, West Virginia

Albright is a community in West Virginia served by Appalachian Power (AEP) for electric and Equitable Gas (Peoples Natural Gas) for gas. The area's utility rates reflect West Virginia's statewide energy market and the region's cold mountains, humid summers climate.

Compared to the West Virginia state average of 16.80¢/kWh/kWh, Albright's electricity rate of 17.14¢/kWh is 0.34¢ above the West Virginia average. As West Virginia has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Albright

Appalachian Power (AEP)
Monongalia Power
Wheeling Power (AEP)

Natural Gas Utility in Albright

Equitable Gas (Peoples Natural Gas)
Dominion Hope
Mountaineer Gas

Albright vs West Virginia Energy Rates

Metric	Albright	West Virginia Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	17.14¢	16.80¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.45	$1.42	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$128	$125	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$89	$87	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Albright Residents

As a West Virginia city, Albright residents can access the following state and local assistance programs:

✅ WV LIHEAP
✅ WV Weatherization Assistance
✅ Appalachian Power Community Home Energy Audit
✅ Energy Right WV

Energy-Saving Tips for Albright Residents

✓ Winterize your pipes and insulate your water heater for cold months.
✓ Install a programmable thermostat and set heating schedules around your work day.
✓ Check that your furnace filter is replaced monthly during peak heating season.
✓ Add weatherstripping to exterior doors — a common source of heat loss in older Midwest homes.
✓ Consider shopping for a competitive electricity supplier in deregulated Ohio, Illinois markets.

FAQ — Gas & Electricity in Albright, West Virginia

The average residential electricity rate in Albright is approximately 17.14¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $128 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Albright pay an average of $89 per month. The rate is approximately $1.45/therm per therm.
Electricity in Albright is distributed by Appalachian Power (AEP) and Monongalia Power. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Albright natural gas service is provided by Equitable Gas (Peoples Natural Gas) and Dominion Hope. Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.
Albright's electricity rate of 17.14¢/kWh is above the West Virginia state average of 16.80¢/kWh. Urban areas often have higher distribution costs.
To start electric service in Albright, contact Appalachian Power (AEP) and Monongalia Power. For gas service, contact Equitable Gas (Peoples Natural Gas) and Dominion Hope. You'll typically need a photo ID, your new address, and a move-in date. Service can usually be established within 1-3 business days.