Cowlitz County, WA: Electric Rates, Bills & Providers

Cowlitz County, Washington Electricity Rates & Statistics

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Cowlitz County, Washington Electricity Overview

Cowlitz County averages 3.27 megawatt hours per person generated from renewable electricity sources, which is 787th highest in the US out of 3230counties.

Non-renewable sources are used in the production of 82.65% of the megawatt hours produced in Cowlitz County, ranking it 7th out of 39 counties in Washington for total megawatt hours produced from non-renewable fuels.

The US average residential price per kilowatt hour sits at 16.01 cents, while residents of Cowlitz County benefit from an average rate that is 45.99% less at 8.65 cents per kilowatt hour.

Cowlitz County is 2nd in Washington out of 39 counties in megawatt hours generated from coal use over the past year.

Averaging generation of 18.84 megawatt hours per citizen a year, Cowlitz County is 729th out of 3230 counties in production per capita in the United States.

As the 471st highest generator of electricity in the country out of 3230 counties, Cowlitz County generates 2,109,143.97 megawatt hours of electricity from various fuel types.

ENERGY CONSUMPTION

  • Total Consumption

    1,279,999 MWh

  • Consumption per Capita

    11.43 MWh

ENERGY PRODUCTION

  • Total Production

    2,109,144 MWh

  • Production from Renewable Energy

    365,875 MWh

  • Production from Non-Renewable Energy

    1,743,269 MWh

  • Production per Capita

    18.84 MWh

EMISSIONS

  • CO2 Emissions

    522,494,613 kg

  • CO2 Emissions per Capita

    4,666.96 kg

Longview, WA Electricity Overview

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On average, Longview's residential electricity rate is 8.65 cents per kilowatt hour. Luckily, this is 21.78% below the state's average rate of 11.05 cents. Facilities in the city generate, on average, 42.76 megawatt hours per person from non-renewable fuel types. The largest supplier in the city based on megawatt hours sold is Cowlitz County PUD.

Emitting 169,865,823.34 kilograms of CO2 emissions, Longview ranks 10th worst out of 645 cities in Washington for total pollution from electricity use. This total equates to 4,524.69 kilograms of CO2 emissions per citizen, ranking the city 5th worst in Washington for emissions per capita from electricity use. The city has one electricity producing plant in the city. For electricity production purposes, Longview's main fuel source is Natural Gas, accounting for 1,605,363 megawatt hours, or 100.00% of production in the city.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Longview

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

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.095/kWh$0.071/kWh$197.83/mo.$77.01/mo.
48th8.65¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Longview
260th$118.83Average residential monthly electricity bill for Longview Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Longview, Washington

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Cowlitz County PUDBUNDLED8.65118.83789,08968,223,000

Kelso, WA Electricity Overview

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On average, Kelso's residential electricity rate is 8.65 cents per kilowatt hour. Luckily, this is 21.78% below the state's average rate of 11.05 cents. With an estimated 403 residential customers, Cowlitz County PUD is the largest provider in the city.

Emitting 18,909,722.84 kilograms of CO2 emissions, Kelso ranks 106th worst out of 645 cities in Washington for total pollution from electricity use. This total equates to 1,504.83 kilograms of CO2 emissions per citizen, ranking the city 22nd worst in Washington for emissions per capita from electricity use. Since there is no electricity generation occurring within the city, electricity suppliers who service Kelso must source the megawatt hours they need every year.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Kelso

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

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.095/kWh$0.071/kWh$197.83/mo.$77.01/mo.
48th8.65¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Kelso
260th$118.83Average residential monthly electricity bill for Kelso Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Kelso, Washington

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Cowlitz County PUDBUNDLED8.65118.83789,08968,223,000

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Woodland, WA Electricity Overview

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On average, Woodland's residential electricity rate is 8.66 cents per kilowatt hour. Luckily, this is 21.69% below the state's average rate of 11.05 cents. With an estimated 190 residential customers, Cowlitz County PUD is the largest provider in the city.

Emitting 9,582,772.17 kilograms of CO2 emissions, Woodland ranks 172nd worst out of 645 cities in Washington for total pollution from electricity use. This total equates to 1,504.83 kilograms of CO2 emissions per citizen, ranking the city 22nd worst in Washington for emissions per capita from electricity use. Since there is no electricity generation occurring within the city, electricity suppliers who service Woodland must source the megawatt hours they need every year.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Woodland

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

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.096/kWh$0.071/kWh$197.26/mo.$77.25/mo.
58th8.66¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Woodland
259th$118.48Average residential monthly electricity bill for Woodland Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Woodland, Washington

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Clark Public UtilitiesBUNDLED9.2397.912,717,369250,831,000
Cowlitz County PUDBUNDLED8.65118.83789,08968,223,000

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Electricity Production in Cowlitz County, Washington

Power Plants in Cowlitz County, Washington

PlantCity/CountyStatePrimary Fuel TypeProduction (MWh)Emission (kg)Emissions per MWhToxic Chemical ReleaseClosing Date
Mint Farm Generating StationPuget Sound Energy (100.00%)
Longview WA Natural Gas 1,605,363635,330,146.36395.75
Nippon Dynawave Packaging Longview WANippon Dynawave Packaging Co. (100.00%)
Cowlitz County WA Black Liquour 284,903.97119,531,324.95419.55
Longview FibreLongview Fibre Co (100.00%)
Cowlitz County WA Black Liquour 218,877106,089,223.28484.7

Cowlitz County, Washington Details

Power Plant Fuel Types, Emissions & Pollution Factors

Electricity use in Cowlitz County results in the release of 522,494,613.09 kilograms of CO2 pollution per year, which is 606th highest amount in the country out of 3230 counties. Additionally, the county ranks 3rd highest in Washington for pollution per citizen, which could be argued to be the more important statistic. They average 4,666.96 kilograms of emissions per capita. Natural Gas is the primary fuel source in Cowlitz County, with 81.42% of electricity generation coming from the fuel. Black Liquour and Wood/Wood Waste Solids make up the next highest totals for a fuel type at 12.60% (265,792.51 megawatt hours) and 4.36% (91,905.66 megawatt hours), respectively. Cowlitz County has 3 power plants, which is 18th most in Washington.

NATURAL GAS
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
81.42%
BLACK LIQUOUR
Black Liquour
Black Liquour
12.60%
WOOD/WOOD WASTE SOLIDS
Wood/Wood Waste Solids
4.36%
COAL
Coal
1.14%
SLUDGE WASTE
Sludge Waste
0.39%
OTHER
Other
0.09%

Cowlitz County, Washington Net Metering

Citizens of Washington have commendable net metering regulations that encourage the installation of solar.

Energy Loss

Cowlitz County has an average of 1.44% of the energy that is transmitted in the state dissipated as heat. The countrywide average is 2.87%, resulting in Cowlitz County having a rank of 30th best in the nation for energy loss efficiency.

Power Companies in Cowlitz County, Washington

Providers In Each City in Cowlitz County:

  • Castle Rock, Washington:
    • Cowlitz County PUD: 100.00%
  • Kalama, Washington:
    • Cowlitz County PUD: 100.00%
  • Kelso, Washington:
    • Cowlitz County PUD: 100.00%
  • Longview, Washington:
    • Cowlitz County PUD: 100.00%
  • Woodland, Washington:
    • Cowlitz County PUD: 98.33%
    • Clark Public Utilities: 1.67%

* 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 Cowlitz County, Washington?

By total customer count, Cowlitz County PUD is the largest electricity supplier in Cowlitz County, Washington.

How many power plants are located within Cowlitz County, Washington?

There are 3 power plants in Cowlitz County, Washington

Which electricity companies offer service in Cowlitz County, Washington?

County Customers RankProviderEst. County Customers
1Cowlitz County PUD53,181

Matt Hope
Last Reviewed By: Matt Hope
Published: 2023-12-06