Electricity rates in Riverton, WY
Riverton (10,873 people, Fremont County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on PacifiCorp pay about 15.67¢/kWh, 12% more than the Wyoming average.
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Electric companies serving Riverton
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PacifiCorp | Investor-owned utility | 15.67¢ | $111 | 119K | 195 |
| High Plains Power | Electric cooperative | 14.92¢ | $141 | 13K | 320 |
Power outages in Fremont County right now
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Outage history in Fremont County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 61 | 58 |
| Days with outages | 22 | 15 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,475 (5.5%) | 5,383 (20.1%) |
| Worst day | 2024-10-22 | 2025-07-11 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (61 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Arapahoe 14.9¢
- Lander 15.7¢
- Fort Washakie 14.9¢
- Thermopolis 15.7¢
- Worland 15.7¢
- Pinedale 15.7¢
- Marbleton 15.7¢
- Basin 15.7¢
- Greybull 15.7¢
- Mills 15.7¢
ZIP codes: 82501
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Riverton?
Most homes in Riverton get power from PacifiCorp, where residential customers pay an average of 15.67¢/kWh including all charges. The Wyoming average is 14.01¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Riverton: High Plains Power (14.92¢).
What is the average electric bill in Riverton?
About $111 a month, based on 710 kWh a month (the average for PacifiCorp customers) at 15.67¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Riverton, WY?
2 utilities serve Riverton's ZIP codes: PacifiCorp, High Plains Power. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Riverton?
In 2025, customers in Fremont County averaged 58 min without power. Outages hit 15 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-07-11, when 5,383 customers (20.1%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.