Electricity Rates Comparison
Data from U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) · November 2025
| Metric | Oregon | Washington | National Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residential Rate (¢/kWh) | 15.59¢ | 13.85¢ | 17.24¢ |
| Commercial Rate (¢/kWh) | 10.31¢ | 11.05¢ | — |
| Industrial Rate (¢/kWh) | 8.08¢ | 6.92¢ | — |
| Avg Monthly Bill | $137.48 | $132.33 | $152.02 |
| Avg Monthly Usage (kWh) | 882 | 955 | — |
| Market Type | regulated | regulated | — |
Washington has a lower residential electricity rate at 13.85¢/kWh compared to Oregon's 15.59¢/kWh — a difference of 1.74¢/kWh (12.6%).
The average monthly electric bill in Oregon is $137.48 (882 kWh/month), while in Washington it is $132.33 (955 kWh/month). The national average is $152.02.
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