Electricity rates in Rainier, OR
Rainier (1,920 people, Columbia County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Columbia River Peoples Ut Dist pay about 9.83¢/kWh, 37% less than the Oregon average.
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Electric companies serving Rainier
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia River Peoples Ut Dist | Public power district | 9.83¢ | $114 | 16K | 170 |
| Clatskanie Peoples Util Dist | Public power district | 7.88¢ | $117 | 3,774 | 397 |
Power outages in Columbia County right now
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Outage history in Columbia County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 2 | 4 |
| Days with outages | 0 | 0 |
| Most customers out at once | 79 (0.3%) | 66 (0.2%) |
| Worst day | 2024-12-26 | 2025-12-19 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (2 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Clatskanie 14.9¢
- Columbia City 9.8¢
- Saint Helens 18.9¢
- Warren 18.9¢
- Vernonia 7.9¢
- Scappoose 18.9¢
- Banks 18.9¢
- North Plains 18.9¢
- North Portland 18.9¢
- Bethany 18.9¢
ZIP codes: 97048
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Rainier?
Most homes in Rainier get power from Columbia River Peoples Ut Dist, where residential customers pay an average of 9.83¢/kWh including all charges. The Oregon average is 15.50¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Rainier: Clatskanie Peoples Util Dist (7.88¢).
What is the average electric bill in Rainier?
About $114 a month, based on 1,160 kWh a month (the average for Columbia River Peoples Ut Dist customers) at 9.83¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Rainier, OR?
2 utilities serve Rainier's ZIP codes: Columbia River Peoples Ut Dist, Clatskanie Peoples Util Dist. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Rainier?
In 2025, customers in Columbia County averaged 4 min without power. Outages hit 0 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-12-19, when 66 customers (0.2%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.