Electricity rates in Gearhart, OR
Gearhart (1,524 people, Clatsop County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on PacifiCorp pay about 14.92¢/kWh, 4% less than the Oregon average.
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Electric companies serving Gearhart
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PacifiCorp | Investor-owned utility | 14.92¢ | $131 | 553K | 385 |
| Tillamook Peoples Utility Dist | Public power district | 12.77¢ | $129 | 20K | — |
Power outages in Clatsop County right now
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Outage history in Clatsop County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 1,244 | 1,737 |
| Days with outages | 39 | 50 |
| Most customers out at once | 17,575 (75.4%) | 26,709 (114.6%) |
| Worst day | 2024-12-18 | 2025-12-17 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (1,244 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Seaside 14.9¢
- Cannon Beach 14.9¢
- Warrenton 14.9¢
- Astoria 14.9¢
- Rockaway Beach 12.8¢
- Clatskanie 14.9¢
- Bay City 12.8¢
- Vernonia 7.9¢
- Tillamook 18.9¢
- Rainier 9.8¢
ZIP codes: 97138
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Gearhart?
Most homes in Gearhart get power from PacifiCorp, where residential customers pay an average of 14.92¢/kWh including all charges. The Oregon average is 15.50¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Gearhart: Tillamook Peoples Utility Dist (12.77¢).
What is the average electric bill in Gearhart?
About $131 a month, based on 877 kWh a month (the average for PacifiCorp customers) at 14.92¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Gearhart, OR?
2 utilities serve Gearhart's ZIP codes: PacifiCorp, Tillamook Peoples Utility Dist. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Gearhart?
In 2025, customers in Clatsop County averaged 28 hr 57 min without power. Outages hit 50 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-12-17, when 26,709 customers (114.6%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.