Electricity rates in Federal Way, WA
Federal Way (95,171 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 Federal Way
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Puget Sound Energy | Investor-owned utility | 19.45¢ | $168 | 1.10M | 580 |
| City of Tacoma | Municipal utility | 11.97¢ | $110 | 178K | 172 |
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
- Lakeland North 19.4¢
- Lakeland South 19.4¢
- Auburn 19.4¢
- Algona 19.4¢
- Fife Heights 12.0¢
- Pacific 19.4¢
- Edgewood 19.4¢
- Milton 19.4¢
- Kent 19.4¢
- Des Moines 19.4¢
ZIP codes: 98003, 98023, 98063, 98093
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Federal Way?
Most homes in Federal Way 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 Federal Way: City of Tacoma (11.97¢).
What is the average electric bill in Federal Way?
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 Federal Way, WA?
2 utilities serve Federal Way's ZIP codes: Puget Sound Energy, City of Tacoma. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Federal Way?
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.