Multnomah County, Oregon Electricity Rates & Statistics
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Multnomah County, Oregon Electricity Overview
Multnomah County ranks 18th in the state out of 36 counties in solar power generation, with 1,850 megawatt hours produced from solar.
Multnomah County generates 5.75 megawatt hours per citizen of the county from renewable fuels. This makes Multnomah County the 13th highest ranking county out of 36 counties for renewable generation per capita in the state.
Multnomah County generates 4,685,167 megawatt hours of electricity from sustainable fuel sources. This ranks Multnomah County 2nd in Oregon out of 36 counties for total renewable electricity production.
Customers in the county use 214.97% of the electricity that the county generates.
At an average residential rate of 12.74 cents per kilowatt hour in the county compared to the nationwide average 14.46 cents per kilowatt hour, residents of Multnomah County benefit from a 11.90% discount from the national average price.
Emitting 699,021,066.7 kilograms of CO2 gases, Multnomah County has the 482nd highest pollution level from electricity consumption of any county in the United States.
ENERGY CONSUMPTION
Total Consumption
10,071,554 MWh
Consumption per Capita
12.35 MWh
ENERGY PRODUCTION
Total Production
4,685,167 MWh
Production from Renewable Energy
4,685,167 MWh
Production per Capita
5.75 MWh
EMISSIONS
CO2 Emissions
699,021,067 kg
CO2 Emissions per Capita
857.24 kg
Portland, OR Electricity Overview
The residential electricity price is 12.58 cents per kilowatt hour for citizens of Portland, which is 10.98% higher than the state's average rate of 11.34 cents. This makes the city 333rd out of 427 cities in the state for lowest average electricity price. Providers within the city limits have had an increase in generation from solar energy of about 92 megawatt hours, or 5.23%. The city ranks 12th out of 427 cities in the state for renewable energy production per capita, with 0 megawatt hours being produced per person.
Approximately 1,602.52 kilograms of CO2 emissions per person are emitted in the city due to electricity consumption, ranking them as the 418th worst polluter in the state out of 427 cities. With total emissions of 1,045,650,149.14 kilograms, the city ranks highest in the state for total pollution from electricity consumption, however, it could be argued that emissions per capita is a better measurement of a city's pollution levels. The city has the 3rd highest number of power plants of any city in Oregon, with one total power plant. Portland's fuel of choice is Solar, with 100.00% of electricity production using this fuel.
Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Portland
Portland residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in July.
Historical Electricity Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in Portland, Oregon
| Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PacifiCorp | BUNDLED | 10.16 | 95.66 | 6,026,499 | 612,316,446 | |
| Portland General Electric | BUNDLED | 13.44 | 110.28 | 7,937,716 | 1,066,605,560 |
Zips with electric coverage in Portland, Oregon include: 97229, 97206, 97223, 97080, 97202, 97219, 97230, 97236, 97233, 97222, 97266 and 25 other zip code(s).
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Gresham, OR Electricity Overview
The residential electricity price is 13.44 cents per kilowatt hour for citizens of Gresham, which is 18.54% higher than the state's average rate of 11.34 cents. This makes the city 344th out of 427 cities in the state for lowest average electricity price. Selling an estimated 104,702.86 megawatt hours each year, Portland General Electric is the largest supplier in the city.
Approximately 1,602.89 kilograms of CO2 emissions per person are emitted in the city due to electricity consumption, ranking them as the 317th worst polluter in the state out of 427 cities. With total emissions of 183,125,321.33 kilograms, the city ranks 4th highest in the state for total pollution from electricity consumption, however, it could be argued that emissions per capita is a better measurement of a city's pollution levels. The 1,411,093.04 megawatt hours of electricity consumed in the city must be sourced from neighboring cities or counties as there are no power plants that call the city home.
Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Gresham
Gresham residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in February.
Historical Electricity Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in Gresham, Oregon
| Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland General Electric | BUNDLED | 13.44 | 110.28 | 7,937,716 | 1,066,605,560 |
Zips with electric coverage in Gresham, Oregon include: 97080, 97230, 97236, 97030, 97233, 97060, 97024
Troutdale, OR Electricity Overview
The residential electricity price is 13.44 cents per kilowatt hour for citizens of Troutdale, which is 18.54% higher than the state's average rate of 11.34 cents. This makes the city 344th out of 427 cities in the state for lowest average electricity price. Selling an estimated 26,763.27 megawatt hours each year, Portland General Electric is the largest supplier in the city.
Approximately 1,602.89 kilograms of CO2 emissions per person are emitted in the city due to electricity consumption, ranking them as the 40th worst polluter in the state out of 427 cities. With total emissions of 26,127,099.51 kilograms, the city ranks 44th highest in the state for total pollution from electricity consumption, however, it could be argued that emissions per capita is a better measurement of a city's pollution levels. The 201,325.34 megawatt hours of electricity consumed in the city must be sourced from neighboring cities or counties as there are no power plants that call the city home.
Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Troutdale
Troutdale residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in February.
Historical Electricity Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in Troutdale, Oregon
| Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland General Electric | BUNDLED | 13.44 | 110.28 | 7,937,716 | 1,066,605,560 |
Electricity Production in Multnomah County, Oregon
Power Plants in Multnomah County, Oregon
| Plant | City/County | State | Primary Fuel Type | Production (MWh) | Emission (kg) | Emissions per MWh | Toxic Chemical Release | Closing Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
BonnevilleUS Army Corps of Engineers (100.00%) | Multnomah County | OR | Conventional Hydroelectric | 4,645,424 | ||||
PHP 1Portland City of (100.00%) | Multnomah County | OR | Conventional Hydroelectric | 37,893 | ||||
Oregon Convention CenterDom Solar Lessor I, LP (100.00%) | Portland | OR | Solar | 1,850 |
Multnomah County, Oregon Details
Approximately 857.24 kilograms of CO2 emissions per person are emitted in the county from electricity consumption, ranking them as the 26th highest polluter in the state out of 36 counties. With total emissions of 699,021,066.7 kilograms, the county ranks 2nd highest in Oregon and 482nd in the US for total pollution from electricity consumption. The primary fuel consumed in Multnomah County is Conventional Hydroelectric. The county generates 99.96% of the total production in the county from this fuel source. Multnomah County has 3 electricity producing plants within its borders. This is the 740th highest number of power plants within a single county.
Providers In Each City in Multnomah County:
- Fairview, Oregon:
- Portland General Electric: 100.00%
- Gresham, Oregon:
- Portland General Electric: 100.00%
- Maywood Park, Oregon:
- PacifiCorp: 100.00%
- Portland, Oregon:
- Portland General Electric: 73.87%
- PacifiCorp: 26.13%
- Troutdale, Oregon:
- Portland General Electric: 100.00%
- Wood Village, Oregon:
- Portland General Electric: 100.00%
* City coverage generated based on government data. Always verify you can get service from the provider.
FAQ
Which electricity company is the largest provider in Multnomah County, Oregon?
The largest electricity supplier in Multnomah County, Oregon by total customer count is Portland General Electric.
How many electric companies offer service in Multnomah County, Oregon?
There are 3 electricity providers offering service in Multnomah County, Oregon.
How many power plants are in Multnomah County, Oregon?
Multnomah County, Oregon is home to 3 active electricity plants generating electricity for the county and other surrounding areas.
What electricity companies offer service in Multnomah County, Oregon?
| County Customers Rank | Provider | Est. County Customers |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Portland General Electric | 83,207 |
| 2 | PacifiCorp | 1,126 |
| 3 | Cascade Locks, Oregon Electric Utility | 354 |
