Yakima County, Washington Electricity Rates & Statistics

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Yakima County, Washington Electricity Overview

Yakima County averages 0.43 megawatt hours per person generated from renewable electricity sources, which is 31st highest in Washington out of 39.

Renewable electricity fuel sources account for 100.00%, or 110,580 megawatt hours, of Yakima County's total energy generation.

Yakima County uses 2686.08% of the total amount of the electricity that it produces.

The largest electricity provider in Yakima County by megawatt hours sold is PacifiCorp.

At an average residential rate of 9.40 cents per kilowatt hour in the county compared to the nationwide average 15.34 cents per kilowatt hour, residents of Yakima County enjoy a 38.70% discount from the nationwide average rate.

Yakima County emitted 279,674,896.41 kilograms of CO2 gases due to electricity use, which ranks them as the 13th worst polluting county in the state.

ENERGY CONSUMPTION

  • Total Consumption

    2,970,264 MWh

  • Consumption per Capita

    11.64 MWh

ENERGY PRODUCTION

  • Total Production

    110,580 MWh

  • Production from Renewable Energy

    110,580 MWh

  • Production per Capita

    0.43 MWh

EMISSIONS

  • CO2 Emissions

    279,674,896 kg

  • CO2 Emissions per Capita

    1,096.12 kg

Yakima, WA Electricity Overview

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The average residential electricity rate for Yakima is about 9.80 cents per kilowatt hour. Fortunately for the citizens, this rate is lower than both the Washington and the nationwide average prices of 10.30 and 15.34 cents per kilowatt hour, respectively. The largest provider in the city based on megawatt hours sold is PacifiCorp.

Emissions in Yakima average 1,138.5 kilograms of CO2 emissions per resident due to electricity consumption, which ranks them as the 73rd worst polluting city out of 645 cities in Washington based on emissions per capita. Total emissions in the city are 109,598,887.02 kilograms, which is the 13th worst total amount of pollution for any city in the state. The inhabitants of Yakima have to import electricity from outside city limits because there are not any electricity producing facilities within the city.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Yakima

Yakima residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in August.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.118/kWh$0.063/kWh$212.67/mo.$54.23/mo.
195th9.80¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Yakima
459th$123.47Average residential monthly electricity bill for Yakima Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Yakima, Washington

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
PacifiCorpBUNDLED9.80123.471,711,103167,684,222

Zips with electric coverage in Yakima, Washington include: 98902, 98908, 98901, 98942, 98903

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Sunnyside, WA Electricity Overview

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The average residential electricity rate for Sunnyside is about 9.25 cents per kilowatt hour. Fortunately for the citizens, this rate is lower than both the Washington and the nationwide average prices of 10.30 and 15.34 cents per kilowatt hour, respectively. The largest provider in the city based on megawatt hours sold is PacifiCorp.

Emissions in Sunnyside average 1,138.5 kilograms of CO2 emissions per resident due to electricity consumption, which ranks them as the 73rd worst polluting city out of 645 cities in Washington based on emissions per capita. Total emissions in the city are 18,606,513.31 kilograms, which is the 87th worst total amount of pollution for any city in the state. The inhabitants of Sunnyside have to import electricity from outside city limits because there are not any electricity producing facilities within the city.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Sunnyside

Sunnyside residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in August.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.118/kWh$0.063/kWh$212.67/mo.$54.23/mo.
154th9.25¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Sunnyside
485th$124.8Average residential monthly electricity bill for Sunnyside Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Sunnyside, Washington

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Benton Rural Electric AssociationBUNDLED8.69126.12216,02318,776,300
PacifiCorpBUNDLED9.80123.471,711,103167,684,222

Grandview, WA Electricity Overview

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The average residential electricity rate for Grandview is about 9.80 cents per kilowatt hour. Fortunately for the citizens, this rate is lower than both the Washington and the nationwide average prices of 10.30 and 15.34 cents per kilowatt hour, respectively. The largest provider in the city based on megawatt hours sold is PacifiCorp.

Emissions in Grandview average 1,138.5 kilograms of CO2 emissions per resident due to electricity consumption, which ranks them as the 73rd worst polluting city out of 645 cities in Washington based on emissions per capita. Total emissions in the city are 12,402,824.21 kilograms, which is the 117th worst total amount of pollution for any city in the state. The inhabitants of Grandview have to import electricity from outside city limits because there are not any electricity producing facilities within the city.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Grandview

Grandview residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in August.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.118/kWh$0.063/kWh$212.67/mo.$54.23/mo.
195th9.80¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Grandview
459th$123.47Average residential monthly electricity bill for Grandview Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Grandview, Washington

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
PacifiCorpBUNDLED9.80123.471,711,103167,684,222

Electricity Production in Yakima County, Washington

Power Plants in Yakima County, Washington

PlantCity/CountyStatePrimary Fuel TypeProduction (MWh)Emission (kg)Emissions per MWhToxic Chemical ReleaseClosing Date
Terrace Heights CDP WA Conventional Hydroelectric 62,571
Yakima County WA Conventional Hydroelectric 42,915
CowicheYakima-Tieton Irrigation Dist (100.00%)
Yakima County WA Conventional Hydroelectric 3,358
Orchard Avenue 1Yakima-Tieton Irrigation Dist (100.00%)
Summitview CDP WA Conventional Hydroelectric 1,736

Yakima County, Washington Details

Power Plant Fuel Types, Emissions & Pollution Factors

Emissions in Yakima County average 1,096.12 kilograms of CO2 emissions per resident from electricity use, which ranks them as the 2735th worst polluting county in the nation based on emissions per capita. Total emissions in the county are 279,674,896.41 kilograms, which is the 13th worst total amount of pollution for any county in the state. The county has 4 electricity generation plants, which is 12th highest in the state. Yakima County's fuel of choice is Conventional Hydroelectric, with 100.00% of electricity generation coming from the fuel type.

CONVENTIONAL HYDROELECTRIC
Conventional Hydroelectric
Conventional Hydroelectric
Conventional Hydroelectric
Conventional Hydroelectric
Conventional Hydroelectric
Conventional Hydroelectric
Conventional Hydroelectric
Conventional Hydroelectric
Conventional Hydroelectric
Conventional Hydroelectric
100.00%

Yakima County, Washington Net Metering

There are 2 companies in Yakima County providing electricity. Of those 2, 100.00% of them offer some type of net metering option for their customers, making solar panels and alternative electric sources more economically feasible. The state of Washington has above average state level net metering legislation.

Energy Loss

Yakima County electricity companies who report energy loss average roughly 4.42% of their energy lost per year. The US average is 2.45%, meaning Yakima County ranks 1585th best in the US for energy loss efficiency.

Power Companies in Yakima County, Washington

Providers In Each City in Yakima County:

  • Grandview, Washington:
    • PacifiCorp: 100.00%
  • Granger, Washington:
    • PacifiCorp: 100.00%
  • Harrah, Washington:
    • PacifiCorp: 100.00%
  • Mabton, Washington:
    • Benton Rural Electric Association: 48.97%
    • PacifiCorp: 51.03%
  • Moxee, Washington:
    • PacifiCorp: 100.00%
  • Naches, Washington:
    • PacifiCorp: 100.00%
  • Selah, Washington:
    • PacifiCorp: 100.00%
  • Sunnyside, Washington:
    • PacifiCorp: 50.00%
    • Benton Rural Electric Association: 50.00%
  • Tieton, Washington:
    • Benton Rural Electric Association: 47.34%
    • PacifiCorp: 52.66%
  • Toppenish, Washington:
    • PacifiCorp: 100.00%
  • Union Gap, Washington:
    • PacifiCorp: 100.00%
  • Wapato, Washington:
    • PacifiCorp: 100.00%
  • Yakima, Washington:
    • PacifiCorp: 100.00%
  • Zillah, Washington:
    • PacifiCorp: 100.00%

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

FAQ

How many power plants are in Yakima County, Washington?

Yakima County, Washington has 4 active electricity plants producing electricity for the county and other surrounding areas.

What electricity company is the largest provider in Yakima County, Washington?

The largest electricity company in Yakima County, Washington by megawatt hours sold is PacifiCorp.

What electricity companies offer service in Yakima County, Washington?

County Customers RankProviderEst. County Customers
1PacifiCorp85,902
2Benton Rural Electric Association7,656

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

There are 2 electricity providers operating in Yakima County, Washington.

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Last Reviewed By: King Manalo
Published: 2022-09-15