What is the average electricity rate in Blacksburg, Virginia?

The average residential electricity rate in Blacksburg is approximately 15.88¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $162 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Blacksburg?

Natural gas customers in Blacksburg pay an average of $78 per month. The rate is approximately $1.46/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Blacksburg, Virginia?

Electricity in Blacksburg is distributed by Appalachian Power Co and Virginia Tech Electric Service. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.

Which gas company serves Blacksburg?

Blacksburg natural gas service is provided by Dominion Energy Gas and Columbia Gas of Virginia. Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.

How do Blacksburg electricity rates compare to Virginia averages?

Blacksburg's electricity rate of 15.88¢/kWh is below the Virginia state average of 17.61¢/kWh. This can reflect a municipal utility or favorable regional generation mix.

How do I start or stop utility service in Blacksburg?

To start electric service in Blacksburg, contact Appalachian Power Co and Virginia Tech Electric Service. For gas service, contact Dominion Energy Gas and Columbia Gas of Virginia. 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.

Blacksburg, Virginia Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in Blacksburg, Virginia

Blacksburg is served by Appalachian Power Co and Virginia Tech Electric Service. Utilities covering Montgomery County report an average residential electricity rate of 15.88¢/kWh — below the Virginia state average of 17.61¢/kWh — and a typical monthly electric bill of $162. Natural gas in Blacksburg is distributed by Dominion Energy Gas.

Compared to the Virginia state average of 17.61¢/kWh/kWh, Blacksburg's electricity rate of 15.88¢/kWh is 1.73¢ below the Virginia average. As Virginia has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Blacksburg

Appalachian Power Co
Virginia Tech Electric Service

Natural Gas Utility in Blacksburg

Dominion Energy Gas
Columbia Gas of Virginia

Blacksburg vs Virginia Energy Rates

Metric	Blacksburg	Virginia Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	15.88¢	17.61¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.46	$1.46	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$162	$146	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$78	$78	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Blacksburg Residents

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

✅ Virginia LIHEAP
✅ Weatherization Assistance Program
✅ Dominion Energy Share the Warmth
✅ Dollar Energy Fund

Energy-Saving Tips for Blacksburg Residents

✓ Set your AC to 78°F when home and 85°F when away to reduce cooling costs.
✓ Use ceiling fans to feel 4°F cooler without lowering the thermostat.
✓ Plant shade trees on the west and south sides of your home to block afternoon sun.
✓ Have your HVAC system serviced every spring before the cooling season begins.
✓ Seal duct leaks — up to 30% of cooled air can escape in a leaky duct system.

FAQ — Gas & Electricity in Blacksburg, Virginia

The average residential electricity rate in Blacksburg is approximately 15.88¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $162 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Blacksburg pay an average of $78 per month. The rate is approximately $1.46/therm per therm.
Electricity in Blacksburg is distributed by Appalachian Power Co and Virginia Tech Electric Service. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Blacksburg natural gas service is provided by Dominion Energy Gas and Columbia Gas of Virginia. Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.
Blacksburg's electricity rate of 15.88¢/kWh is below the Virginia state average of 17.61¢/kWh. This can reflect a municipal utility or favorable regional generation mix.
To start electric service in Blacksburg, contact Appalachian Power Co and Virginia Tech Electric Service. For gas service, contact Dominion Energy Gas and Columbia Gas of Virginia. 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.