Electricity rates in Banks, OR
Banks (1,934 people, Washington County) is served by Portland General Electric Co.. Homes on Portland General Electric Co. pay about 18.95¢/kWh, 22% more than the Oregon average.
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Electric companies serving Banks
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland General Electric Co. | Investor-owned utility | 18.95¢ | $143 | 840K | 273 |
Power outages in Washington County right now
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Outage history in Washington County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 530 | 193 |
| Days with outages | 38 | 22 |
| Most customers out at once | 36,672 (13.7%) | 26,557 (9.9%) |
| Worst day | 2024-01-14 | 2025-12-17 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (530 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- North Plains 18.9¢
- Forest Grove 18.9¢
- Cornelius 18.9¢
- Hillsboro 18.9¢
- Rockcreek 18.9¢
- Bethany 18.9¢
- Oak Hills 18.9¢
- Aloha 18.9¢
- Scappoose 18.9¢
- Cedar Mill 18.9¢
ZIP codes: 97106
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Banks?
Most homes in Banks get power from Portland General Electric Co., where residential customers pay an average of 18.95¢/kWh including all charges. The Oregon average is 15.50¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢.
What is the average electric bill in Banks?
About $143 a month, based on 753 kWh a month (the average for Portland General Electric Co. customers) at 18.95¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Banks, OR?
Portland General Electric Co. serves Banks.
How often does the power go out in Banks?
In 2025, customers in Washington County averaged 3 hr 13 min without power. Outages hit 22 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-12-17, when 26,557 customers (9.9%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.