Electricity rates in Bellingham, WA
Bellingham (85,146 people, Whatcom 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 Bellingham
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Puget Sound Energy | Investor-owned utility | 19.45¢ | $168 | 1.10M | 580 |
Power outages in Whatcom County right now
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Outage history in Whatcom County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 590 | 402 |
| Days with outages | 89 | 89 |
| Most customers out at once | 7,953 (14%) | 6,129 (10.8%) |
| Worst day | 2024-12-08 | 2025-12-17 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (590 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Marietta-Alderwood 19.4¢
- Geneva 19.4¢
- Marietta 19.4¢
- Sudden Valley 19.4¢
- Ferndale 19.4¢
- Everson 19.4¢
- Lynden 19.4¢
- Nooksack 19.4¢
- Birch Bay 19.4¢
- Anacortes 19.4¢
ZIP codes: 98225, 98226, 98227, 98228, 98229
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Bellingham?
Most homes in Bellingham 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 Bellingham?
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 Bellingham, WA?
Puget Sound Energy serves Bellingham.
How often does the power go out in Bellingham?
In 2025, customers in Whatcom County averaged 6 hr 42 min without power. Outages hit 89 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-12-17, when 6,129 customers (10.8%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.