Electricity rates in Kenmore, WA
Kenmore (22,030 people, King 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 Kenmore
| 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 |
| PUD No 1 of Snohomish County | Public power district | 12.33¢ | $116 | 350K | 343 |
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
- Lake Forest Park 15.0¢
- Bothell 19.4¢
- Brier 15.0¢
- Inglewood-Finn Hill 19.4¢
- Bothell West 12.3¢
- Alderwood Manor 12.3¢
- Mountlake Terrace 15.0¢
- Woodinville 19.4¢
- Bothell East 19.4¢
- Shoreline 15.0¢
ZIP codes: 98028
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Kenmore?
Most homes in Kenmore 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 Kenmore: City of Seattle (15.00¢), PUD No 1 of Snohomish County (12.33¢).
What is the average electric bill in Kenmore?
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 Kenmore, WA?
3 utilities serve Kenmore's ZIP codes: Puget Sound Energy, City of Seattle, PUD No 1 of Snohomish County. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Kenmore?
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.