Electricity rates in West Pasco, WA
West Pasco (3,739 people, Benton County) is served by 7 electric utilities. Homes on PUD No 1 of Franklin County pay about 10.76¢/kWh, 24% less than the Washington average.
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Electric companies serving West Pasco
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PUD No 1 of Franklin County | Public power district | 10.76¢ | $131 | 28K | 91 |
| PUD No 1 of Benton County | Public power district | 9.83¢ | $118 | 51K | 36 |
| Benton Rural Electric Association | Electric cooperative | 10.41¢ | $144 | 14K | 304 |
| Avista Corp. | Investor-owned utility | 14.62¢ | $134 | 247K | 200 |
| Inland Power & Light Company | Electric cooperative | 10.30¢ | $148 | 42K | 536 |
| Big Bend Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 10.35¢ | $166 | 6,365 | 449 |
| Columbia Rural Electric Association | Electric cooperative | 16.78¢ | $189 | 4,466 | 200 |
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
- Kennewick 9.8¢
- Pasco 10.8¢
- Richland 9.8¢
- Highland 15.4¢
- Burbank 15.4¢
- West Richland 9.8¢
- Benton City 9.8¢
- Basin City 9.8¢
- Prosser 15.4¢
- Connell 14.6¢
ZIP codes: 99301, 99302, 99336
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in West Pasco?
Most homes in West Pasco get power from PUD No 1 of Franklin County, where residential customers pay an average of 10.76¢/kWh including all charges. The Washington average is 14.12¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of West Pasco: PUD No 1 of Benton County (9.83¢), Benton Rural Electric Association (10.41¢), Avista Corp. (14.62¢).
What is the average electric bill in West Pasco?
About $131 a month, based on 1,214 kWh a month (the average for PUD No 1 of Franklin County customers) at 10.76¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in West Pasco, WA?
7 utilities serve West Pasco's ZIP codes: PUD No 1 of Franklin County, PUD No 1 of Benton County, Benton Rural Electric Association, Avista Corp., Inland Power & Light Company, Big Bend Electric Co-op, Columbia Rural Electric Association. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in West Pasco?
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.