Electricity rates in Palouse, WA
Palouse (1,022 people, Whitman County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Avista Corp. pay about 14.62¢/kWh, 4% more than the Washington average.
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Electric companies serving Palouse
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avista Corp. | Investor-owned utility | 14.62¢ | $134 | 247K | 200 |
| Inland Power & Light Company | Electric cooperative | 10.30¢ | $148 | 42K | 536 |
Power outages in Whitman County right now
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Outage history in Whitman County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 119 | 267 |
| Days with outages | 29 | 37 |
| Most customers out at once | 2,925 (6.2%) | 5,825 (12.3%) |
| Worst day | 2024-01-03 | 2025-12-17 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (119 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Pullman 14.6¢
- Colfax 14.6¢
- Clarkston 14.6¢
- West Clarkston-Highland 14.6¢
- Clarkston Heights-Vineland 14.6¢
- Pomeroy 14.6¢
- Asotin 14.6¢
- Cheney 14.6¢
- Liberty Lake 14.6¢
- Spokane Valley 14.6¢
ZIP codes: 99161
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Palouse?
Most homes in Palouse get power from Avista Corp., where residential customers pay an average of 14.62¢/kWh including all charges. The Washington average is 14.12¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Palouse: Inland Power & Light Company (10.30¢).
What is the average electric bill in Palouse?
About $134 a month, based on 916 kWh a month (the average for Avista Corp. customers) at 14.62¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Palouse, WA?
2 utilities serve Palouse's ZIP codes: Avista Corp., Inland Power & Light Company. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Palouse?
In 2025, customers in Whitman County averaged 4 hr 27 min without power. Outages hit 37 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-12-17, when 5,825 customers (12.3%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.