Residential electricity prices in 26031 in July 2026 averaged approximately 15.78 cents per kilowatthour (¢/kWh), which was about 14% less than the national average rate of 18.31 ¢/kWh (July 2026). [1]
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See how electricity costs in 26031 differ from the average electricity costs for the U.S. overall. [1]
On a year-over-year basis - from June 2025 to June 2026 - residential electricity prices in 26031 decreased approximately 2%, from 15.82 ¢/kWh to 15.45 ¢/kWh. [1]
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Residential natural gas prices in 26031 in July 2026 averaged 0.00 dollars per thousand cubic feet ($/Mcf), which was approximately 100% less than the national average rate of 26.45 $/Mcf (July 2026). [2]
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See the chart below to see a comparison of Benwood natural gas prices against U.S. average prices. Compare 26031 (Benwood, WV) natural gas costs to overall U.S. average costs. [2]
On a year-over-year basis, residential natural gas prices in Benwood (West Virginia) decreased approximately 100%, from 28.73 $/Mcf (June 2025) to 0.00 $/Mcf (June 2026). [2]
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See the chart below for a comparison of Benwood solar radiation levels against other areas in the U.S. Compare Benwood 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 ZIP code 26031 is associated with the city of Benwood, WV in Marshall County. [4]
To learn more about utility rates & usage in 26031, or for other information related to utilities in West Virginia, visit the U.S. Energy Information Administration.
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