What is the average electricity rate in Fort Chiswell, Virginia?

The average residential electricity rate in Fort Chiswell is approximately 17.79¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $147 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Fort Chiswell?

Natural gas customers in Fort Chiswell pay an average of $76 per month. The rate is approximately $1.43/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Fort Chiswell, Virginia?

Electricity in Fort Chiswell 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 Fort Chiswell?

Fort Chiswell 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 Fort Chiswell electricity rates compare to Virginia averages?

Fort Chiswell's electricity rate of 17.79¢/kWh is above the Virginia state average of 17.61¢/kWh. Urban areas often have higher distribution costs.

How do I start or stop utility service in Fort Chiswell?

To start electric service in Fort Chiswell, 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.

Fort Chiswell, Virginia Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in Fort Chiswell, Virginia

In Fort Chiswell, Virginia, Dominion Energy Virginia handles electricity distribution and Dominion Energy Gas manages natural gas service. Virginia residents can shop for competitive electricity suppliers through the state's deregulated market to reduce supply costs. As a regulated market, $util0 is the sole electricity provider for $city_name.

Compared to the Virginia state average of 17.61¢/kWh/kWh, Fort Chiswell's electricity rate of 17.79¢/kWh is 0.18¢ above the Virginia average. As Virginia has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Fort Chiswell

Dominion Energy Virginia
Appalachian Power (AEP)
Rappahannock Electric Cooperative

Natural Gas Utility in Fort Chiswell

Dominion Energy Gas
Columbia Gas of Virginia
Roanoke Gas

Fort Chiswell vs Virginia Energy Rates

Metric	Fort Chiswell	Virginia Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	17.79¢	17.61¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.43	$1.46	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$147	$146	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$76	$78	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Fort Chiswell Residents

As a Virginia city, Fort Chiswell 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 Fort Chiswell 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 Fort Chiswell, Virginia

The average residential electricity rate in Fort Chiswell is approximately 17.79¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $147 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Fort Chiswell pay an average of $76 per month. The rate is approximately $1.43/therm per therm.
Electricity in Fort Chiswell 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.
Fort Chiswell 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.
Fort Chiswell's electricity rate of 17.79¢/kWh is above the Virginia state average of 17.61¢/kWh. Urban areas often have higher distribution costs.
To start electric service in Fort Chiswell, 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.