Electricity rates in Hines, OR
Hines (1,525 people, Harney County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Central Electric Co-op pay about 10.58¢/kWh, 32% less than the Oregon average.
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Electric companies serving Hines
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 10.58¢ | $137 | 35K | — |
| Oregon Trail El Cons Co-op | Electric cooperative | 11.06¢ | $111 | 26K | 157 |
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
- Burns 11.1¢
- 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: 97738
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Hines?
Most homes in Hines get power from Central Electric Co-op, where residential customers pay an average of 10.58¢/kWh including all charges. The Oregon average is 15.50¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Hines: Oregon Trail El Cons Co-op (11.06¢).
What is the average electric bill in Hines?
About $137 a month, based on 1,296 kWh a month (the average for Central Electric Co-op customers) at 10.58¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Hines, OR?
2 utilities serve Hines's ZIP codes: Central Electric Co-op, Oregon Trail El Cons Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Hines?
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.