Electricity rates in Columbia City, OR
Columbia City (1,958 people, Columbia County) is served by Columbia River Peoples Ut Dist. Homes on Columbia River Peoples Ut Dist pay about 9.83¢/kWh, 37% less than the Oregon average.
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Electric companies serving Columbia City
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia River Peoples Ut Dist | Public power district | 9.83¢ | $114 | 16K | 170 |
Power outages in Columbia County right now
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Outage history in Columbia County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 2 | 4 |
| Days with outages | 0 | 0 |
| Most customers out at once | 79 (0.3%) | 66 (0.2%) |
| Worst day | 2024-12-26 | 2025-12-19 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (2 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Saint Helens 18.9¢
- Warren 18.9¢
- Scappoose 18.9¢
- Rainier 9.8¢
- Vernonia 7.9¢
- North Portland 18.9¢
- North Plains 18.9¢
- Bethany 18.9¢
- Rockcreek 18.9¢
- Banks 18.9¢
ZIP codes: 97018
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Columbia City?
Most homes in Columbia City get power from Columbia River Peoples Ut Dist, where residential customers pay an average of 9.83¢/kWh including all charges. The Oregon average is 15.50¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢.
What is the average electric bill in Columbia City?
About $114 a month, based on 1,160 kWh a month (the average for Columbia River Peoples Ut Dist customers) at 9.83¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Columbia City, OR?
Columbia River Peoples Ut Dist serves Columbia City.
How often does the power go out in Columbia City?
In 2025, customers in Columbia County averaged 4 min without power. Outages hit 0 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-12-19, when 66 customers (0.2%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.