What is the average electricity rate in Rich Creek, Virginia?

The average residential electricity rate in Rich Creek 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 Rich Creek?

Natural gas customers in Rich Creek pay an average of $74 per month. The rate is approximately $1.39/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Rich Creek, Virginia?

Electricity in Rich Creek 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 Rich Creek?

Rich Creek 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 Rich Creek electricity rates compare to Virginia averages?

Rich Creek'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 Rich Creek?

To start electric service in Rich Creek, 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.

Rich Creek, Virginia Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in Rich Creek, Virginia

In Rich Creek, 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, Rich Creek'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 Rich Creek

Dominion Energy Virginia
Appalachian Power (AEP)
Rappahannock Electric Cooperative

Natural Gas Utility in Rich Creek

Dominion Energy Gas
Columbia Gas of Virginia
Roanoke Gas

Rich Creek vs Virginia Energy Rates

Metric	Rich Creek	Virginia Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	17.08¢	17.61¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.39	$1.46	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$142	$146	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$74	$78	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Rich Creek Residents

As a Virginia city, Rich Creek 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 Rich Creek 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 Rich Creek, Virginia

The average residential electricity rate in Rich Creek is approximately 17.08¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $142 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Rich Creek pay an average of $74 per month. The rate is approximately $1.39/therm per therm.
Electricity in Rich Creek 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.
Rich Creek 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.
Rich Creek'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 Rich Creek, 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.