What is the average electricity rate in Roanoke, Virginia?

The average residential electricity rate in Roanoke is approximately 15.82¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $161 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Roanoke?

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

Which electric company serves Roanoke, Virginia?

Electricity in Roanoke is distributed by Appalachian Power Co and City of Salem. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.

Which gas company serves Roanoke?

Roanoke 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 Roanoke electricity rates compare to Virginia averages?

Roanoke's electricity rate of 15.82¢/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 Roanoke?

To start electric service in Roanoke, contact Appalachian Power Co and City of Salem. 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.

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

Gas & Electricity in Roanoke, Virginia

Roanoke is served by Appalachian Power Co and City of Salem. Utilities covering Roanoke County report an average residential electricity rate of 15.82¢/kWh — below the Virginia state average of 17.61¢/kWh — and a typical monthly electric bill of $161. Natural gas in Roanoke is distributed by Dominion Energy Gas.

Compared to the Virginia state average of 17.61¢/kWh/kWh, Roanoke's electricity rate of 15.82¢/kWh is 1.79¢ below the Virginia average. As Virginia has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Roanoke

Appalachian Power Co
City of Salem

Natural Gas Utility in Roanoke

Dominion Energy Gas
Columbia Gas of Virginia

Roanoke vs Virginia Energy Rates

Metric	Roanoke	Virginia Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	15.82¢	17.61¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.46	$1.46	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$161	$146	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$78	$78	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Roanoke Residents

As a Virginia city, Roanoke 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 Roanoke 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 Roanoke, Virginia

The average residential electricity rate in Roanoke is approximately 15.82¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $161 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Roanoke pay an average of $78 per month. The rate is approximately $1.46/therm per therm.
Electricity in Roanoke is distributed by Appalachian Power Co and City of Salem. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Roanoke 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.
Roanoke's electricity rate of 15.82¢/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 Roanoke, contact Appalachian Power Co and City of Salem. 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.