Electricity rates in West Side Highway, WA
West Side Highway (5,517 people, Cowlitz County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on PUD No 1 of Cowlitz County pay about 9.49¢/kWh, 33% less than the Washington average.
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Electric companies serving West Side Highway
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PUD No 1 of Cowlitz County | Public power district | 9.49¢ | $123 | 49K | 219 |
| PUD No 1 of Lewis County | Public power district | 10.86¢ | $152 | 30K | 663 |
Power outages in Cowlitz County right now
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Outage history in Cowlitz County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 308 | 273 |
| Days with outages | 68 | 51 |
| Most customers out at once | 7,598 (15%) | 12,176 (24%) |
| Worst day | 2024-04-25 | 2025-12-17 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (308 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Longview Heights 9.5¢
- Kelso 9.5¢
- Longview 9.5¢
- West Longview 9.5¢
- Castle Rock 9.5¢
- Kalama 9.5¢
- Woodland 10.7¢
- Winlock 9.5¢
- La Center 10.7¢
- Ridgefield 10.7¢
ZIP codes: 98611, 98626, 98632
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in West Side Highway?
Most homes in West Side Highway get power from PUD No 1 of Cowlitz County, where residential customers pay an average of 9.49¢/kWh including all charges. The Washington average is 14.12¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of West Side Highway: PUD No 1 of Lewis County (10.86¢).
What is the average electric bill in West Side Highway?
About $123 a month, based on 1,296 kWh a month (the average for PUD No 1 of Cowlitz County customers) at 9.49¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in West Side Highway, WA?
2 utilities serve West Side Highway's ZIP codes: PUD No 1 of Cowlitz County, PUD No 1 of Lewis County. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in West Side Highway?
In 2025, customers in Cowlitz County averaged 4 hr 33 min without power. Outages hit 51 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-12-17, when 12,176 customers (24%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.