Electricity rates · July 2026
Electricity rates in Oregon
Homes in Oregon paid an average of 15.97¢ per kWh in July 2026 — below the U.S. average of 18.31¢ and up 2.3% from a year earlier. It ranks #29 of 51 (50 states and D.C.), from most to least expensive.
- Residential price per kWh
- 15.97¢
- U.S. 18.31¢
- Commercial price per kWh
- 10.60¢
- U.S. 14.53¢
- Industrial price per kWh
- 8.92¢
- U.S. 9.77¢
- All sectors price per kWh
- 11.78¢
- U.S. 14.99¢
What electricity costs per month in Oregon
Cost at the state average residential price, which includes taxes and fees. Your utility's rates may differ. Try your own kWh.
| Monthly use | Oregon | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|
| 500 kWh | $80 | $92 |
| 900 kWh | $144 | $165 |
| 1,200 kWh | $192 | $220 |
| 1,500 kWh | $240 | $275 |
Oregon vs. the Pacific Contiguous region
Residential price per kWh, July 2026, and change from a year earlier.
| Area | Price | vs. year ago |
|---|---|---|
| Oregon | 15.97¢ | +2.3% |
| Pacific Contiguous average | 27.14¢ | +4.4% |
| California | 33.61¢ | +2.9% |
| Washington | 14.71¢ | +9.4% |
Could solar cut your Oregon bill?
At 15.97¢/kWh, our example 7 kW system pays back in 15.4 years and saves $1,261 in year one.
Common questions
What is the average electricity rate in Oregon?
15.97¢ per kWh for residential customers in July 2026, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. That is below the national average of 18.31¢. Your own rate depends on your utility and plan.
How much does 1,000 kWh of electricity cost in Oregon?
At the state average of 15.97¢/kWh, 1,000 kWh of energy costs about $160. That average already includes taxes and fees spread across all kWh sold; your own cost depends on your utility's rates and how much you use.
Are electricity prices in Oregon going up?
The July 2026 average was up 2.3% from the same month a year earlier (15.61¢). Recent EIA months are preliminary and can be revised.
Is solar worth it in Oregon at these prices?
For our example 7 kW system on a 10,500 kWh/yr home with full net metering, payback in Oregon is 15.4 years at today's average price. It depends heavily on your rate, roof and how your utility credits exports — see the state solar page for details.
Electricity rates in other states
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration, Electric Power Monthly, Table 5.6.A (average price of electricity to ultimate customers), July 2026. Recent months are preliminary. Monthly cost examples multiply the average price by usage; EIA derives the average by dividing utility revenue (including taxes and fees) by kWh sold.
