Residential electricity prices in The Plains, VA in May 2026 averaged approximately 17.61 cents per kilowatthour (¢/kWh), which was about 5% less than the national average rate of 18.44 ¢/kWh (May 2026). [1]
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See how electricity costs in The Plains differ from the average electricity costs for the U.S. overall. [1]
On a year-over-year basis - from April 2025 to April 2026 - residential electricity prices in The Plains increased approximately 14%, from 15.28 ¢/kWh to 17.38 ¢/kWh. [1]
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See the chart below to see a comparison of The Plains natural gas prices against U.S. average prices. Compare The Plains natural gas costs to overall U.S. average costs. [2]
On a year-over-year basis, residential natural gas prices in The Plains (Virginia) increased approximately n/a%, from $/Mcf ( ) to $/Mcf ( ). [2]
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See the chart below for a comparison of The Plains solar radiation levels against other areas in the U.S. Compare The Plains levels against both 1) low average solar radition levels (WA) and also 2) high average solar radiation levels (NV). [3]
→ k/m/d: kilowatt hours per square meter per day.
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The town of The Plains, VA in Fauquier County has an approximate population of 217. [4]
To learn more about utility rates & usage in The Plains, VA, or for other information related to utilities in The Plains, visit the U.S. Energy Information Administration.
The first (electricity) power plant - owned by Thomas Edison - opened in New York City in 1882.
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