Electricity rates in Lakewood, WA
Lakewood (59,829 people, Pierce 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 Lakewood
| 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 |
| Lakeview Light & Power | Electric cooperative | 11.71¢ | $125 | 8,341 | — |
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
- McChord Air Force Base 19.4¢
- Steilacoom 19.4¢
- Parkland 19.4¢
- University Place 19.4¢
- Fircrest 12.0¢
- North Fort Lewis 19.4¢
- Joint Base Lewis McChord 19.4¢
- Midland 12.0¢
- Spanaway 19.4¢
- Tacoma 12.0¢
ZIP codes: 98439, 98496, 98497, 98498, 98499
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Lakewood?
Most homes in Lakewood 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 Lakewood: City of Tacoma (11.97¢), Lakeview Light & Power (11.71¢).
What is the average electric bill in Lakewood?
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 Lakewood, WA?
3 utilities serve Lakewood's ZIP codes: Puget Sound Energy, City of Tacoma, Lakeview Light & Power. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Lakewood?
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.