Ashburn Electricity Rates
Ashburn’s average residential electricity rate is 15.5¢/kWh — approximately 14% below the national average. Dominion Energy Virginia serves Ashburn households throughout Loudoun County — the undisputed Data Center Capital of the World, routing 70%+ of global internet traffic. Virginia has limited retail choice — most residential customers use Dominion Energy as their sole provider.
Ashburn Utilities
Ashburn’s electricity is delivered by Dominion Energy Virginia, the state’s largest investor-owned utility. Virginia has limited retail choice — Dominion serves as the sole practical provider for most residential customers in Loudoun County.
Dominion Energy Virginia is the state’s largest electric utility, serving approximately 2.7 million customers across Northern Virginia, Hampton Roads, Richmond, and beyond. In Ashburn and Loudoun County, Dominion is investing heavily in grid capacity to meet surging data center power demand. The utility operates a diverse generation portfolio including nuclear (Surry, North Anna), natural gas, offshore wind (Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind), and a rapidly expanding solar fleet.
Ashburn Electric Bills
At Ashburn’s average rate of 15.5¢/kWh, here’s what a typical home pays across the year — and where that electricity is generated on Virginia’s grid.
Estimated monthly bill across the year
A typical Ashburn home’s bill ranges from about $132 in Apr to $215 in Jul — summer air conditioning drives the peak, while cold Mid-Atlantic winters create a secondary heating spike in January and February.
Ashburn Power Generation
Monthly bills are modeled from the local average rate and a Mid-Atlantic seasonal usage profile; your actual usage will vary. Grid mix reflects Virginia’s generation sources (EIA data).
How to Lower Your Ashburn Electric Bill
Virginia has limited retail choice — most residential customers use Dominion Energy. Focus on summer cooling efficiency and smart home upgrades for the biggest bill impact.
Beat the Summer Heat
Northern Virginia summers bring sustained 90°F+ temps — heat pump upgrade, attic insulation, and window film cut cooling costs 25–35%.
Dominion Programs
Dominion Energy offers home energy assessments, smart thermostat rebates, and EnergyShare bill assistance.
Solar in Loudoun County
Good solar irradiance + federal ITC + VA solar rights law makes rooftop solar a strong investment with ~9.5 year payback.
Ashburn Electricity FAQ
Common questions about electricity rates, utilities, and service in Ashburn and Loudoun County.
What is the average electricity rate in Ashburn?
Ashburn’s average residential rate is 15.5¢/kWh as of June 2026 — approximately 14% below the national average of 18.05¢/kWh. Commercial rates average around 10.8¢/kWh.
Is Virginia a deregulated electricity state?
Virginia is partially deregulated, but in practice most residential customers use Dominion Energy as their sole provider. The Virginia Electric Utility Regulation Act of 2007 technically allows supplier choice, but very few competitive suppliers are active for residential service. Rates are regulated by the Virginia State Corporation Commission (SCC).
Who is the electric utility for Ashburn?
Dominion Energy Virginia is the electric utility serving Ashburn and virtually all of Loudoun County. Dominion serves approximately 2.7 million customers across Virginia and is the state’s largest electric utility. Contact Dominion at 1-866-366-4357.
What is the average monthly electric bill in Ashburn?
The average household pays approximately $165/month. Usage averages around 1,100 kWh/month, with summer AC driving peak bills above $200 during July and August.
How do I report a power outage in Ashburn?
Contact Dominion Energy at 1-866-366-4357 (866-DOM-HELP) or report online at dominionenergy.com. Dominion also provides a real-time outage map and mobile app for tracking restoration progress in Loudoun County.
Why is Ashburn called the data center capital of the world?
Ashburn and Loudoun County host 70%+ of global internet traffic. MAE-East, one of the original internet exchange points, was located here, attracting abundant fiber infrastructure. Google, Amazon AWS, Microsoft Azure, Meta, and dozens of others operate massive facilities. Dominion Energy’s grid capacity investments and northern Virginia’s business-friendly environment sustain the world’s largest concentration of data centers.