What is the average electricity rate in Lake of the Woods, Virginia?

The average residential electricity rate in Lake of the Woods is approximately 17.43¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $145 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Lake of the Woods?

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

Which electric company serves Lake of the Woods, Virginia?

Electricity in Lake of the Woods 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 Lake of the Woods?

Lake of the Woods 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 Lake of the Woods electricity rates compare to Virginia averages?

Lake of the Woods's electricity rate of 17.43¢/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 Lake of the Woods?

To start electric service in Lake of the Woods, 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.

Lake of the Woods, Virginia Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in Lake of the Woods, Virginia

Lake of the Woods, Virginia is served by Dominion Energy Virginia for electricity and Dominion Energy Gas for natural gas. Rates in Lake of the Woods 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, Lake of the Woods's electricity rate of 17.43¢/kWh is 0.18¢ below the Virginia average. As Virginia has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Lake of the Woods

Dominion Energy Virginia
Appalachian Power (AEP)
Rappahannock Electric Cooperative

Natural Gas Utility in Lake of the Woods

Dominion Energy Gas
Columbia Gas of Virginia
Roanoke Gas

Lake of the Woods vs Virginia Energy Rates

Metric	Lake of the Woods	Virginia Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	17.43¢	17.61¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.43	$1.46	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$145	$146	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$76	$78	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Lake of the Woods Residents

As a Virginia city, Lake of the Woods 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 Lake of the Woods 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 Lake of the Woods, Virginia

The average residential electricity rate in Lake of the Woods is approximately 17.43¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $145 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Lake of the Woods pay an average of $76 per month. The rate is approximately $1.43/therm per therm.
Electricity in Lake of the Woods 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.
Lake of the Woods 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.
Lake of the Woods's electricity rate of 17.43¢/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 Lake of the Woods, 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.