Electricity rates in Des Moines, WA
Des Moines (31,221 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 Des Moines
| 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
- Normandy Park 19.4¢
- SeaTac 19.4¢
- Kent 19.4¢
- Burien 19.4¢
- Lakeland North 19.4¢
- Federal Way 19.4¢
- Tukwila 19.4¢
- Riverton 19.4¢
- East Hill-Meridian 19.4¢
- Vashon 19.4¢
ZIP codes: 98032, 98148, 98198
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Des Moines?
Most homes in Des Moines 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 Des Moines?
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 Des Moines, WA?
Puget Sound Energy serves Des Moines.
How often does the power go out in Des Moines?
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.