Electricity rates in Auburn, WA
Auburn (77,006 people, King County) is served by Puget Sound Energy. Homes on Puget Sound Energy pay about 19.45¢/kWh, 38% more than the Washington average.
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Electric companies serving Auburn
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Puget Sound Energy | Investor-owned utility | 19.45¢ | $168 | 1.10M | 580 |
Power outages in King County right now
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Outage history in King County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 1,648 | 367 |
| Days with outages | 71 | 60 |
| Most customers out at once | 518,386 (53.8%) | 122,136 (12.7%) |
| Worst day | 2024-11-20 | 2025-10-26 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (1,648 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Algona 19.4¢
- Lea Hill 19.4¢
- Lakeland North 19.4¢
- Pacific 19.4¢
- Lakeland South 19.4¢
- Federal Way 19.4¢
- Edgewood 19.4¢
- Kent 19.4¢
- Milton 19.4¢
- Covington 19.4¢
ZIP codes: 98001, 98002, 98071, 98092
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Auburn?
Most homes in Auburn 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¢.
What is the average electric bill in Auburn?
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 Auburn, WA?
Puget Sound Energy serves Auburn.
How often does the power go out in Auburn?
In 2025, customers in King County averaged 6 hr 7 min without power. Outages hit 60 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-10-26, when 122,136 customers (12.7%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.