Electricity rates in Lafayette, OR
Lafayette (3,969 people, Yamhill County) is served by Portland General Electric Co.. Homes on Portland General Electric Co. pay about 18.95¢/kWh, 22% more than the Oregon average.
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Electric companies serving Lafayette
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland General Electric Co. | Investor-owned utility | 18.95¢ | $143 | 840K | 273 |
Power outages in Yamhill County right now
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Outage history in Yamhill County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 360 | 459 |
| Days with outages | 44 | 34 |
| Most customers out at once | 4,586 (9.6%) | 7,017 (14.6%) |
| Worst day | 2024-12-26 | 2025-12-17 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (360 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 97127
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Lafayette?
Most homes in Lafayette 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¢.
What is the average electric bill in Lafayette?
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 Lafayette, OR?
Portland General Electric Co. serves Lafayette.
How often does the power go out in Lafayette?
In 2025, customers in Yamhill County averaged 7 hr 39 min without power. Outages hit 34 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-12-17, when 7,017 customers (14.6%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.