Electricity rates in Fircrest, WA
Fircrest (6,687 people, Pierce County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on City of Tacoma pay about 11.97¢/kWh, 15% less than the Washington average.
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Electric companies serving Fircrest
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of Tacoma | Municipal utility | 11.97¢ | $110 | 178K | 172 |
| Peninsula Light Company | Electric cooperative | 12.17¢ | $149 | 36K | 745 |
Power outages in Pierce County right now
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Outage history in Pierce County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 648 | 1,161 |
| Days with outages | 112 | 100 |
| Most customers out at once | 42,334 (22.2%) | 86,311 (45.4%) |
| Worst day | 2024-12-18 | 2025-10-26 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (648 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- University Place 19.4¢
- Tacoma 12.0¢
- Wollochet 12.2¢
- Lakewood 19.4¢
- Fox Island 12.2¢
- Browns Point 12.0¢
- Steilacoom 19.4¢
- Artondale 12.2¢
- Gig Harbor 12.2¢
- Parkland 19.4¢
ZIP codes: 98406, 98465, 98466
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Fircrest?
Most homes in Fircrest get power from City of Tacoma, where residential customers pay an average of 11.97¢/kWh including all charges. The Washington average is 14.12¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Fircrest: Peninsula Light Company (12.17¢).
What is the average electric bill in Fircrest?
About $110 a month, based on 919 kWh a month (the average for City of Tacoma customers) at 11.97¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Fircrest, WA?
2 utilities serve Fircrest's ZIP codes: City of Tacoma, Peninsula Light Company. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Fircrest?
In 2025, customers in Pierce County averaged 19 hr 21 min without power. Outages hit 100 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-10-26, when 86,311 customers (45.4%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.