Electricity rates in Richland, WA
Richland (54,248 people, Benton County) is served by 5 electric utilities. Homes on PUD No 1 of Benton County pay about 9.83¢/kWh, 30% less than the Washington average.
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Electric companies serving Richland
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PUD No 1 of Benton County | Public power district | 9.83¢ | $118 | 51K | 36 |
| PUD No 1 of Franklin County | Public power district | 10.76¢ | $131 | 28K | 91 |
| City of Richland | Municipal utility | 10.76¢ | $129 | 26K | 39 |
| Benton Rural Electric Association | Electric cooperative | 10.41¢ | $144 | 14K | 304 |
| Big Bend Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 10.35¢ | $166 | 6,365 | 449 |
Power outages in Benton County right now
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Outage history in Benton County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 50 | 58 |
| Days with outages | 16 | 15 |
| Most customers out at once | 5,820 (7.2%) | 2,548 (3.2%) |
| Worst day | 2024-06-03 | 2025-12-17 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (50 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- West Richland 9.8¢
- West Pasco 10.8¢
- Kennewick 9.8¢
- Pasco 10.8¢
- Benton City 9.8¢
- Highland 15.4¢
- Burbank 15.4¢
- Basin City 9.8¢
- Prosser 15.4¢
- Grandview 15.4¢
ZIP codes: 99352, 99354
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Richland?
Most homes in Richland get power from PUD No 1 of Benton County, where residential customers pay an average of 9.83¢/kWh including all charges. The Washington average is 14.12¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Richland: PUD No 1 of Franklin County (10.76¢), City of Richland (10.76¢), Benton Rural Electric Association (10.41¢).
What is the average electric bill in Richland?
About $117 a month, based on 1,195 kWh a month (the average for PUD No 1 of Benton County customers) at 9.83¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Richland, WA?
5 utilities serve Richland's ZIP codes: PUD No 1 of Benton County, PUD No 1 of Franklin County, City of Richland, Benton Rural Electric Association, Big Bend Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Richland?
In 2025, customers in Benton County averaged 58 min without power. Outages hit 15 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-12-17, when 2,548 customers (3.2%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.