Electricity rates in Burien, WA
Burien (50,467 people, King 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 Burien
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Puget Sound Energy | Investor-owned utility | 19.45¢ | $168 | 1.10M | 580 |
| City of Seattle | Municipal utility | 15.00¢ | $89 | 472K | 158 |
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
- Normandy Park 19.4¢
- Riverton 19.4¢
- SeaTac 19.4¢
- Boulevard Park 19.4¢
- White Center 19.4¢
- Tukwila 19.4¢
- Des Moines 19.4¢
- Bryn Mawr-Skyway 19.4¢
- Vashon 19.4¢
- Renton 19.4¢
ZIP codes: 98062, 98146, 98166
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Burien?
Most homes in Burien 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 Burien: City of Seattle (15.00¢).
What is the average electric bill in Burien?
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 Burien, WA?
2 utilities serve Burien's ZIP codes: Puget Sound Energy, City of Seattle. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Burien?
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.