Electricity rates in Burns, OR
Burns (2,757 people, Harney County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Oregon Trail El Cons Co-op pay about 11.06¢/kWh, 29% less than the Oregon average.
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Electric companies serving Burns
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oregon Trail El Cons Co-op | Electric cooperative | 11.06¢ | $111 | 26K | 157 |
| Idaho Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 11.88¢ | $129 | 14K | 273 |
Power outages in Harney County right now
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Outage history in Harney County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 104 | 32 |
| Days with outages | 8 | 5 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,186 (21.2%) | 226 (4%) |
| Worst day | 2024-12-27 | 2025-06-11 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (104 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Hines 10.6¢
- John Day 11.1¢
- Vale 11.9¢
- Prineville 14.9¢
- Baker City 11.1¢
- Nyssa 11.9¢
- Ontario 11.9¢
- Lakeview 14.9¢
- Redmond 14.9¢
- Bend 14.9¢
ZIP codes: 97720
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Burns?
Most homes in Burns get power from Oregon Trail El Cons Co-op, where residential customers pay an average of 11.06¢/kWh including all charges. The Oregon average is 15.50¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Burns: Idaho Power Co. (11.88¢).
What is the average electric bill in Burns?
About $111 a month, based on 1,001 kWh a month (the average for Oregon Trail El Cons Co-op customers) at 11.06¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Burns, OR?
2 utilities serve Burns's ZIP codes: Oregon Trail El Cons Co-op, Idaho Power Co.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Burns?
In 2025, customers in Harney County averaged 32 min without power. Outages hit 5 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-11, when 226 customers (4%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.