Washington County, OR: Electricity Rates, Providers & More

Washington County, Oregon Electricity Rates & Statistics

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Washington County, Oregon Electricity Overview

Washington County is 18th in the state out of 36 counties in megawatt hours produced from solar power.

Throughout the last 12 months, Washington County has experienced a 13.62% drop in the use of renewable fuel sources for electricity production.

Citizens of Washington County consume enough electricity to emit 2,101.2 kilograms of CO2 gases per year per person, which is the 14th highest amount of pollution from electric consumption for a county in Oregon.

While the national average residential electric rate sits at 16.01 cents per kilowatt hour, Washington County's average price is 5.49% higher at 16.89 cents per kilowatt hour.

Washington County is ranked as the 86th largest electricity consuming county out of 3230 counties in the United States with over 7,600,000 megawatt hours being used by consumers living there.

Washington County has the 1734th largest electricity generation in the US out of 3230 counties, producing 17,359 megawatt hours.

ENERGY CONSUMPTION

  • Total Consumption

    7,640,966 MWh

  • Consumption per Capita

    12.73 MWh

ENERGY PRODUCTION

  • Total Production

    17,359 MWh

  • Production from Renewable Energy

    17,359 MWh

  • Production per Capita

    0.03 MWh

EMISSIONS

  • CO2 Emissions

    1,261,090,939 kg

  • CO2 Emissions per Capita

    2,101.2 kg

Hillsboro, OR Electricity Overview

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On average, Hillsboro's residential electricity rate is 15.20 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 19.84% higher than the average Oregon price of 12.68 cents and 5.11% less than the US average of 16.01 cents. The largest electricity provider in the city based on megawatt hours sold is Portland General Electric.

Hillsboro has zero electricity generation plants. Around 2,095.42 kilograms of CO2 emissions per resident are emitted in the city from electricity use, making them the 64th worst polluter in the state out of 427 cities. Total emissions in the city are 224,877,877.9 kilograms, which is the 5th worst total amount of emissions for any city in the state.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Hillsboro

Hillsboro residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in May.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.157/kWh$0.112/kWh$149.16/mo.$72.11/mo.
344th15.20¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Hillsboro
274th$123.42Average residential monthly electricity bill for Hillsboro Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Hillsboro, Oregon

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Portland General ElectricBUNDLED15.00123.858,075,826.391,211,661,559

Zips with electric coverage in Hillsboro, Oregon include: 97229, 97124, 97007, 97123, 97006

Beaverton, OR Electricity Overview

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On average, Beaverton's residential electricity rate is 15.20 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 19.84% higher than the average Oregon price of 12.68 cents and 5.11% less than the US average of 16.01 cents. The largest electricity provider in the city based on megawatt hours sold is Portland General Electric.

Beaverton has zero electricity generation plants. Around 2,095.42 kilograms of CO2 emissions per resident are emitted in the city from electricity use, making them the 64th worst polluter in the state out of 427 cities. Total emissions in the city are 203,389,393.68 kilograms, which is the 7th worst total amount of emissions for any city in the state.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Beaverton

Beaverton residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in May.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.157/kWh$0.112/kWh$149.16/mo.$72.11/mo.
344th15.20¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Beaverton
274th$123.42Average residential monthly electricity bill for Beaverton Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Beaverton, Oregon

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Portland General ElectricBUNDLED15.00123.858,075,826.391,211,661,559

Zips with electric coverage in Beaverton, Oregon include: 97229, 97223, 97007, 97006, 97008, 97005, 97225

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Tigard, OR Electricity Overview

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On average, Tigard's residential electricity rate is 15.20 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 19.84% higher than the average Oregon price of 12.68 cents and 5.11% less than the US average of 16.01 cents. Tigard produces 1.27% of the electricity needed in the city and must import power from nearby cities and counties or rural area electricity generation plants. The city produces about 0.16 megawatt hours per capita each year from its power plants, which makes it the 13th highest generator out of 427 cities in Oregon.

Tigard's fuel of choice is Other Biomass Gas, with 100.00% of electricity generation using this fuel source. Approximately 119,596,929.88 kilograms of CO2 emissions are emitted in the city due to electricity consumption per year. The city also ranks 4th worst in the state in emissions per resident, averaging 2,184.42 kilograms of CO2 emissions emissions per citizen. Tigard has the 7th highest number of electricity plants of any city in Oregon, with one total power plant.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Tigard

Tigard residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in May.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.157/kWh$0.112/kWh$149.16/mo.$72.11/mo.
344th15.20¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Tigard
274th$123.42Average residential monthly electricity bill for Tigard Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Tigard, Oregon

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Portland General ElectricBUNDLED15.00123.858,075,826.391,211,661,559

Zips with electric coverage in Tigard, Oregon include: 97223, 97007, 97224, 97140

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Electricity Production in Washington County, Oregon

Power Plants in Washington County, Oregon

PlantCity/CountyStatePrimary Fuel TypeProduction (MWh)Emission (kg)Emissions per MWhToxic Chemical ReleaseClosing Date
Durham AWTFClean Water Services (100.00%)
Tigard OR Other Biomass Gas 8,7296,286,567.31720.19
Washington County OR Solar 4,604
O'Neill Creek SolarO'Neill Creek Solar LLC (100.00%)
Washington County OR Solar 3,902

Washington County, Oregon Details

Power Plant Fuel Types, Emissions & Pollution Factors

Washington County's fuel of choice is Other Biomass Gas, with 51.00% of electricity generation using this fuel source. Emitting 1,261,090,939.26 kilograms of CO2 emissions, the county ranks worst out of 36 counties in the state for total emissions from electricity consumption. The county also ranks 2541st worst in emissions per resident, averaging 2,101.2 kilograms of CO2 emissions emissions per citizen. Washington County has the 20th most electricity generation plants of any county in the state, with 3 total power plants.

OTHER BIOMASS GAS
Other Biomass Gas
Other Biomass Gas
Other Biomass Gas
Other Biomass Gas
Other Biomass Gas
Other Biomass Gas
51.00%
SOLAR
Solar
Solar
Solar
Solar
Solar
49.00%

Washington County, Oregon Net Metering

Of the 3 electric suppliers in Washington County, 100.00% of them report that they offer net metering. Regulations put in place at the state level are favorable for consumers interested in installing solar or other alternative electricity generation sources.

Energy Loss

Washington County electricity companies who report energy loss average roughly 4.52% of their energy lost per year. The countrywide average for energy loss is 2.87% while the state average is 2.01%, resulting in a rank of 1432nd best in the country and a state rank of 9th best out of 3230 and 36 counties, respectively.

Providers In Each City in Washington County:

  • Banks, Oregon:
    • Portland General Electric: 100.00%
  • Beaverton, Oregon:
    • Portland General Electric: 100.00%
  • Cornelius, Oregon:
    • Portland General Electric: 100.00%
  • Durham, Oregon:
    • Portland General Electric: 100.00%
  • Forest Grove, Oregon:
    • Forest Grove Electric: 49.86%
    • Portland General Electric: 50.14%
  • Gaston, Oregon:
    • Portland General Electric: 100.00%
  • Hillsboro, Oregon:
    • Portland General Electric: 100.00%
  • King City, Oregon:
    • Portland General Electric: 100.00%
  • North Plains, Oregon:
    • Portland General Electric: 100.00%
  • Sherwood, Oregon:
    • Portland General Electric: 100.00%
  • Tigard, Oregon:
    • Portland General Electric: 100.00%
  • Tualatin, Oregon:
    • Portland General Electric: 100.00%

* City coverage generated based on government data. Always verify you can get service from the provider.

FAQ

What electricity companies offer service in Washington County, Oregon?

County Customers RankProviderEst. County Customers
1Portland General Electric111,122
2Forest Grove Electric11,106
3West Oregon Electric Cooperative918

What electricity company is the largest supplier in Washington County, Oregon?

The largest electricity provider in Washington County, Oregon by total customer count is Portland General Electric.

How many electric companies offer service in Washington County, Oregon?

There are 3 electricity companies offering service in Washington County, Oregon.

How many power plants are located in Washington County, Oregon?

There are 3 active electricity plants located in Washington County, Oregon

Alex Zdanov
Last Reviewed By: Alex Zdanov
Published: 2024-03-21