Electricity rates in Jefferson, OR
Jefferson (3,247 people, Marion County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Portland General Electric Co. pay about 18.95¢/kWh, 22% more than the Oregon average.
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Electric companies serving Jefferson
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland General Electric Co. | Investor-owned utility | 18.95¢ | $143 | 840K | 273 |
| PacifiCorp | Investor-owned utility | 14.92¢ | $131 | 553K | 385 |
Power outages in Marion County right now
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Outage history in Marion County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 392 | 686 |
| Days with outages | 72 | 50 |
| Most customers out at once | 8,155 (8%) | 51,158 (50.1%) |
| Worst day | 2024-01-22 | 2025-12-17 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (392 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Millersburg 14.9¢
- Albany 14.9¢
- Turner 18.9¢
- Aumsville 18.9¢
- Stayton 14.9¢
- Independence 18.9¢
- Sublimity 18.9¢
- Tangent 14.9¢
- Lebanon 14.9¢
- Monmouth 14.9¢
ZIP codes: 97352
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Jefferson?
Most homes in Jefferson get power from Portland General Electric Co., where residential customers pay an average of 18.95¢/kWh including all charges. The Oregon average is 15.50¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Jefferson: PacifiCorp (14.92¢).
What is the average electric bill in Jefferson?
About $143 a month, based on 753 kWh a month (the average for Portland General Electric Co. customers) at 18.95¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Jefferson, OR?
2 utilities serve Jefferson's ZIP codes: Portland General Electric Co., PacifiCorp. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Jefferson?
In 2025, customers in Marion County averaged 11 hr 26 min without power. Outages hit 50 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-12-17, when 51,158 customers (50.1%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.