Shenandoah Valley Elec Coop residential customers paid an average of 13.81¢/kWh in 2024 —
4% below the Virginia average of 14.41¢/kWh (EIA-861).
It served 85,281 residential customers across 12 VA counties.
Territories are fixed by address, but the cheapest nearby utility, City of Harrisonburg (11.36¢), works out about $265/yr less at 10,800 kWh/yr.
How Shenandoah Valley Elec Coop compares with the utilities next door
| Utility | 2024 ¢/kWh | Customers | Δ vs Shenandoah Valley Elec Coop, ¢/kWh | $/yr difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of Harrisonburg | 11.36 | 18,089 | -2.45 | -$265 |
| Northern Virginia Elec Coop | 11.57 | 167,274 | -2.24 | -$242 |
| Shenandoah Valley Elec Coop (this page) | 13.81 | 85,281 | — | — |
| Dominion Energy Virginia | 14.09 | 2,383,548 | +0.29 | +$31 |
| Rappahannock Electric Coop | 14.89 | 169,489 | +1.08 | +$117 |
| Central Virginia Electric Coop | 16.14 | 34,893 | +2.33 | +$252 |
| Appalachian Power Co | 17.02 | 465,283 | +3.21 | +$346 |
6 bundled utilities (≥5,000 customers) share at least one county with Shenandoah Valley Elec Coop. Positive $/yr = that utility's customers pay more than Shenandoah Valley Elec Coop customers at the same usage. Territories are fixed by address — these gaps measure cost differences between areas, not options you can pick between.
Where Shenandoah Valley Elec Coop customers pay more (county benchmark)
| County | Cheapest utility in county | Their ¢/kWh | Shenandoah Valley Elec Coop premium, $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highland | Bristol Virginia Utilities | 10.99 | +$304 |
| Winchester City | Bristol Virginia Utilities | 10.99 | +$304 |
| Rockingham | City of Harrisonburg | 11.36 | +$265 |
| Clarke | Northern Virginia Elec Coop | 11.57 | +$242 |
Multiple utilities in one county means adjoining territories, not household choice — you cannot switch wires companies.
Rate trend and size
| Metric | 2023 | 2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average price, ¢/kWh | 13.69 | 13.81 | +0.9% |
| Residential customers | 84,064 | 85,281 | +1.4% |
Ownership: Cooperative. Statewide context: Virginia electricity rates.
Supply vs delivery on a Shenandoah Valley Elec Coop bill
Virginia is a regulated retail market — Shenandoah Valley Elec Coop customers cannot choose a different supplier; rates are set in utility-commission proceedings. Official information: scc.virginia.gov.
Counties served (VA, EIA-861 2024)
Augusta · Clarke · Frederick · Greene · Highland · Nelson · Page · Rockbridge · Rockingham · Shenandoah · Warren · Winchester City
Head-to-head comparisons
- Dominion Energy Virginia vs Shenandoah Valley Elec Coop
- Appalachian Power Co vs Shenandoah Valley Elec Coop
- Rappahannock Electric Coop vs Shenandoah Valley Elec Coop
- Northern Virginia Elec Coop vs Shenandoah Valley Elec Coop
Questions people ask
- Is Shenandoah Valley Elec Coop more expensive than other Virginia utilities?
- Shenandoah Valley Elec Coop customers paid an average 13.81 cents/kWh in 2024 — 4% below the Virginia volume-weighted average of 14.41 cents (EIA-861, bundled residential service).
- Can I switch away from Shenandoah Valley Elec Coop?
- No — distribution territory is fixed by address and Virginia has no residential supplier shopping. Rate changes go through the state utility commission (scc.virginia.gov).
- How many customers does Shenandoah Valley Elec Coop have?
- 85,281 residential customers in Virginia in 2024 across 12 counties, per its EIA-861 federal filing. Ownership type: co-op.
About these numbers. Rates shown are averages computed from federal regulatory filings (EIA Form 861)
and public tariff databases — confirm with your utility before making decisions; your actual rate depends on your tariff,
usage, and riders. Distribution utility is determined by address and generally cannot be chosen; in retail-choice states
you may choose your supplier for the supply portion of the bill. Savings figures use 10,800 kWh/yr
(US average residential usage) and are estimates, not quotes. EnergySavings is an independent data project by CertiHomes
and is not affiliated with any utility, supplier, or government agency.