OR · ranked #37 in the US
Oregon residential rate: 13.4¢/kWh
That's 19% lower than the US average of 16.5¢/kWh. Columbia River hydro plus heavy electric-heat penetration in the Willamette Valley produce a winter-peaking load; retail choice is limited to large customers.
Estimated cost
$45.23/month
$1.51 per day$550.24 per year337.5 kWh monthly
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A space heater draws full power only while the thermostat/compressor is running — about 7.5 effective hours at 1500W across your 10-hour window.
At your rate
What appliances cost in Oregon.
Typical monthly running cost at 13.4¢/kWh, sorted by biggest impact on your bill.
Utilities serving Oregon
- Portland General Electric (PGE)
- Pacific Power (PacifiCorp)
- Idaho Power
Deregulation status
partial
Oregon has a mixed market — some customers can choose their supplier, others are served by the default utility.
Sources: www.eia.gov · www.oregon.gov
Last updated: 2026-04-13