Electricity rates in Anacortes, WA
Anacortes (18,103 people, Skagit County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Puget Sound Energy pay about 19.45¢/kWh, 38% more than the Washington average.
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Electric companies serving Anacortes
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Puget Sound Energy | Investor-owned utility | 19.45¢ | $168 | 1.10M | 580 |
| Orcas Power & Light Co-op | Electric cooperative | 20.47¢ | $193 | 14K | 323 |
Power outages in Skagit County right now
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Outage history in Skagit County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 599 | 615 |
| Days with outages | 80 | 60 |
| Most customers out at once | 7,206 (11.6%) | 14,649 (23.5%) |
| Worst day | 2024-10-19 | 2025-10-25 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (599 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Ault Field 19.4¢
- Burlington 19.4¢
- Mount Vernon 19.4¢
- Oak Harbor 19.4¢
- Sedro-Woolley 19.4¢
- Clear Lake 19.4¢
- Bellingham 19.4¢
- Friday Harbor 20.5¢
- Big Lake 19.4¢
- Geneva 19.4¢
ZIP codes: 98221
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Anacortes?
Most homes in Anacortes get power from Puget Sound Energy, where residential customers pay an average of 19.45¢/kWh including all charges. The Washington average is 14.12¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Anacortes: Orcas Power & Light Co-op (20.47¢).
What is the average electric bill in Anacortes?
About $168 a month, based on 863 kWh a month (the average for Puget Sound Energy customers) at 19.45¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Anacortes, WA?
2 utilities serve Anacortes's ZIP codes: Puget Sound Energy, Orcas Power & Light Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Anacortes?
In 2025, customers in Skagit County averaged 10 hr 15 min without power. Outages hit 60 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-10-25, when 14,649 customers (23.5%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.