What is the average electricity rate in Colonial Beach, Virginia?

The average residential electricity rate in Colonial Beach is approximately 17.08¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $142 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Colonial Beach?

Natural gas customers in Colonial Beach pay an average of $81 per month. The rate is approximately $1.52/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Colonial Beach, Virginia?

Electricity in Colonial Beach is distributed by Dominion Energy Virginia and Appalachian Power (AEP). Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.

Which gas company serves Colonial Beach?

Colonial Beach 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 Colonial Beach electricity rates compare to Virginia averages?

Colonial Beach's electricity rate of 17.08¢/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 Colonial Beach?

To start electric service in Colonial Beach, contact Dominion Energy Virginia and Appalachian Power (AEP). 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.

Colonial Beach, Virginia Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in Colonial Beach, Virginia

Colonial Beach, Virginia is served by Dominion Energy Virginia for electricity and Dominion Energy Gas for natural gas. Rates in Colonial Beach are comparable to the Virginia state average of 17.61¢/kWh, and residents can access all state-level energy assistance programs.

Compared to the Virginia state average of 17.61¢/kWh/kWh, Colonial Beach's electricity rate of 17.08¢/kWh is 0.53¢ below the Virginia average. As Virginia has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Colonial Beach

Dominion Energy Virginia
Appalachian Power (AEP)
Rappahannock Electric Cooperative

Natural Gas Utility in Colonial Beach

Dominion Energy Gas
Columbia Gas of Virginia
Roanoke Gas

Colonial Beach vs Virginia Energy Rates

Metric	Colonial Beach	Virginia Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	17.08¢	17.61¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.52	$1.46	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$142	$146	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$81	$78	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Colonial Beach Residents

As a Virginia city, Colonial Beach 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 Colonial Beach 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 Colonial Beach, Virginia

The average residential electricity rate in Colonial Beach is approximately 17.08¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $142 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Colonial Beach pay an average of $81 per month. The rate is approximately $1.52/therm per therm.
Electricity in Colonial Beach is distributed by Dominion Energy Virginia and Appalachian Power (AEP). Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Colonial Beach 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.
Colonial Beach's electricity rate of 17.08¢/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 Colonial Beach, contact Dominion Energy Virginia and Appalachian Power (AEP). 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.