Electricity rates in Scappoose, OR
Scappoose (6,954 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 Scappoose
| 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
- Warren 18.9¢
- Saint Helens 18.9¢
- Columbia City 9.8¢
- North Plains 18.9¢
- North Portland 18.9¢
- Bethany 18.9¢
- Rockcreek 18.9¢
- Banks 18.9¢
- Oak Hills 18.9¢
- Cedar Mill 18.9¢
ZIP codes: 97056
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Scappoose?
Most homes in Scappoose 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 Scappoose: Columbia River Peoples Ut Dist (9.83¢).
What is the average electric bill in Scappoose?
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 Scappoose, OR?
2 utilities serve Scappoose'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 Scappoose?
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.