Electricity rates in Centralia, WA
Centralia (16,753 people, Lewis County) is served by 3 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 Centralia
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Puget Sound Energy | Investor-owned utility | 19.45¢ | $168 | 1.10M | 580 |
| PUD No 1 of Lewis County | Public power district | 10.86¢ | $152 | 30K | 663 |
| City of Centralia | Municipal utility | 10.68¢ | $119 | 9,118 | 143 |
Power outages in Lewis County right now
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Outage history in Lewis County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 439 | 426 |
| Days with outages | 76 | 63 |
| Most customers out at once | 11,153 (20.7%) | 15,687 (29.1%) |
| Worst day | 2024-01-10 | 2025-12-17 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (439 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Fords Prairie 10.9¢
- Chehalis 13.7¢
- Grand Mound 10.9¢
- Rochester 19.4¢
- Napavine 10.9¢
- Tenino 19.4¢
- Winlock 9.5¢
- Rainier 19.4¢
- Tumwater 19.4¢
- Yelm 19.4¢
ZIP codes: 98531
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Centralia?
Most homes in Centralia 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 Centralia: PUD No 1 of Lewis County (10.86¢), City of Centralia (10.68¢).
What is the average electric bill in Centralia?
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 Centralia, WA?
3 utilities serve Centralia's ZIP codes: Puget Sound Energy, PUD No 1 of Lewis County, City of Centralia. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Centralia?
In 2025, customers in Lewis County averaged 7 hr 6 min without power. Outages hit 63 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-12-17, when 15,687 customers (29.1%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.