Electricity rates in Summit, WA
Summit (7,985 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 Summit
| 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 |
| Elmhurst Mutual Power & Light Co. | Electric cooperative | 9.35¢ | $117 | 16K | — |
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
- Summit View 19.4¢
- Midland 12.0¢
- Waller 12.0¢
- Puyallup 19.4¢
- Parkland 19.4¢
- South Hill 19.4¢
- Frederickson 19.4¢
- North Puyallup 19.4¢
- Fife 19.4¢
- Spanaway 19.4¢
ZIP codes: 98373, 98443, 98446
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Summit?
Most homes in Summit 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 Summit: City of Tacoma (11.97¢), Elmhurst Mutual Power & Light Co. (9.35¢).
What is the average electric bill in Summit?
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 Summit, WA?
3 utilities serve Summit's ZIP codes: Puget Sound Energy, City of Tacoma, Elmhurst Mutual Power & Light Co.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Summit?
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.