Electricity cost in Washington

The average residential electric rate in Washington is 14.36¢ per kWh as of 2026-04 (EIA). Over the past year it peaked at 14.4¢ in 2026-03 and bottomed at 12.96¢ in 2025-06.

Monthly average rate, last 12 reported months

Month¢/kWh
2025-0513.65¢
2025-0612.96¢
2025-0713.45¢
2025-0813.64¢
2025-0913.79¢
2025-1014.06¢
2025-1113.85¢
2025-1213.33¢
2026-0113.81¢
2026-0214.11¢
2026-0314.4¢
2026-0414.36¢

Averages hide your utility's actual tariff — the calculator takes your real rate, fees, and taxes, and can model seasonal costs per appliance.

Calculate your costs in Washington →

What appliances cost to run