Electricity rates in Gillette, WY
Gillette (32,649 people, Campbell County) is served by 3 electric utilities. Homes on Powder River Energy Corp. pay about 12.39¢/kWh, 12% less than the Wyoming average.
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Electric companies serving Gillette
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Powder River Energy Corp. | Electric cooperative | 12.39¢ | $143 | 16K | 571 |
| City of Gillette | Municipal utility | 13.19¢ | $117 | 14K | — |
| PacifiCorp | Investor-owned utility | 15.67¢ | $111 | 119K | 195 |
Power outages in Campbell County right now
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Outage history in Campbell County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 175 | 328 |
| Days with outages | 52 | 47 |
| Most customers out at once | 2,097 (7.5%) | 12,319 (43.9%) |
| Worst day | 2024-07-13 | 2025-11-13 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (175 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Antelope Valley-Crestview 13.2¢
- Sleepy Hollow 12.4¢
- Moorcroft 12.4¢
- Wright 12.4¢
- Upton 12.4¢
- Sundance 12.4¢
- Buffalo 12.4¢
- Newcastle 12.4¢
- Sheridan 12.4¢
- Glenrock 15.7¢
ZIP codes: 82716, 82717, 82718
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Gillette?
Most homes in Gillette get power from Powder River Energy Corp., where residential customers pay an average of 12.39¢/kWh including all charges. The Wyoming average is 14.01¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Gillette: City of Gillette (13.19¢), PacifiCorp (15.67¢).
What is the average electric bill in Gillette?
About $143 a month, based on 1,156 kWh a month (the average for Powder River Energy Corp. customers) at 12.39¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Gillette, WY?
3 utilities serve Gillette's ZIP codes: Powder River Energy Corp., City of Gillette, PacifiCorp. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Gillette?
In 2025, customers in Campbell County averaged 5 hr 28 min without power. Outages hit 47 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-11-13, when 12,319 customers (43.9%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.