Electricity rates in Saint Helens, OR
Saint Helens (12,883 people, Columbia 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 Saint Helens
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland General Electric Co. | Investor-owned utility | 18.95¢ | $143 | 840K | 273 |
| Columbia River Peoples Ut Dist | Public power district | 9.83¢ | $114 | 16K | 170 |
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
- Columbia City 9.8¢
- Warren 18.9¢
- Scappoose 18.9¢
- Rainier 9.8¢
- North Portland 18.9¢
- Vernonia 7.9¢
- North Plains 18.9¢
- Bethany 18.9¢
- Rockcreek 18.9¢
- Oak Hills 18.9¢
ZIP codes: 97051
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Saint Helens?
Most homes in Saint Helens 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 Saint Helens: Columbia River Peoples Ut Dist (9.83¢).
What is the average electric bill in Saint Helens?
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 Saint Helens, OR?
2 utilities serve Saint Helens's ZIP codes: Portland General Electric Co., Columbia River Peoples Ut Dist. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Saint Helens?
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.