Why Electricity Is Cheap in Washington
Washington's electricity price may be influenced by regional market structure, generation context, infrastructure, and fuel availability. This page provides context—not state-specific causal explanations—using the state's current electricity price data.
Current Electricity Price
Washington's average residential electricity rate is 12.86 ¢/kWh. That is 26.8% below the national average of 17.57 ¢/kWh.
Electricity cost in Washington — Rates and estimated costs
Factors That Can Influence Electricity Prices
State electricity prices can be influenced by:
- Fuel availability and generation resources
- Grid infrastructure and transmission efficiency
- Market design and regional advantages
- Supply-demand balance