What is the average electricity rate in Washington?

As of May 2026, the average residential electricity rate in Washington is 14.95¢ per kWh — about 23% below the US average of 19.41¢ per kWh.

What is a typical electric bill in Washington?

At 900 kWh per month, the estimated bill in Washington is about $134.55. Your actual bill depends on home size, season, and usage.

Washington ranks #37 of 51 (1 = most expensive). 14 states have cheaper average residential electricity.

Energy · Official EIA Data · May 2026

Average rate

14.95¢/kWh

Est. monthly bill*

$134.55

Rank (1 = priciest)

#37/51

Washington electricity is about 23% below the US average (19.41¢/kWh). *Estimated bill at 900 kWh/month.

What is the average electricity rate in Washington?: As of May 2026, the average residential electricity rate in Washington is 14.95¢ per kWh — about 23% below the US average of 19.41¢ per kWh.
What is a typical electric bill in Washington?: At 900 kWh per month, the estimated bill in Washington is about $134.55. Your actual bill depends on home size, season, and usage.
How does Washington rank for electricity prices?: Washington ranks #37 of 51 (1 = most expensive). 14 states have cheaper average residential electricity.

Data source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) — Form EIA-861/826, residential average price. See all states ranked or our methodology.

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