Electricity rates in Drain, OR
Drain (1,157 people, Douglas County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Emerald People's Utility Dist pay about 11.79¢/kWh, 24% less than the Oregon average.
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Electric companies serving Drain
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Emerald People's Utility Dist | Public power district | 11.79¢ | $146 | 20K | — |
| Lane Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 13.45¢ | $169 | 12K | 1,077 |
Power outages in Douglas County right now
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Outage history in Douglas County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 299 | 431 |
| Days with outages | 87 | 75 |
| Most customers out at once | 13,503 (20.4%) | 35,780 (54.2%) |
| Worst day | 2024-08-17 | 2025-01-21 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (299 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Yoncalla 11.8¢
- Cottage Grove 14.9¢
- Sutherlin 14.9¢
- Creswell 15.0¢
- Culp Creek 14.9¢
- Glide 14.9¢
- Roseburg North 14.9¢
- Veneta 11.5¢
- Eugene 15.0¢
- Roseburg 14.9¢
ZIP codes: 97435
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Drain?
Most homes in Drain get power from Emerald People's Utility Dist, where residential customers pay an average of 11.79¢/kWh including all charges. The Oregon average is 15.50¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Drain: Lane Electric Co-op (13.45¢).
What is the average electric bill in Drain?
About $146 a month, based on 1,239 kWh a month (the average for Emerald People's Utility Dist customers) at 11.79¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Drain, OR?
2 utilities serve Drain's ZIP codes: Emerald People's Utility Dist, Lane Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Drain?
In 2025, customers in Douglas County averaged 7 hr 11 min without power. Outages hit 75 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-01-21, when 35,780 customers (54.2%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.