Average Electric Bill in Washington (2026)
The average residential electric bill in Washington is $113.68 per month (EIA, 2024 annual avg) — 20% below the U.S. average, #39 of 51 states. That reflects an average of 955 kWh used per month at Washington's rate of 11.9¢/kWh. See the breakdown by home size and estimate your own bill below.
$113.68
#39 of 51 · EIA, 2024 annual avg
955 kWh
per residential customer
11.9¢/kWh
20% below the U.S. average
Average electric bill in Washington by home size
Priced at Washington's 11.9¢/kWh rate, with each home size scaled to Washington's own average household use of 955 kWh a month rather than the national 863 kWh — climate and heating type move usage as much as the rate does. Still a guide: your actual kWh depends on your home and habits. National figures by home size.
| Home size | Typical monthly use | Monthly bill |
|---|---|---|
| 1-bedroom apartment | 553 kWh | $65.81 |
| 2-bedroom apartment | 830 kWh | $98.77 |
| Small house | 996 kWh | $118.52 |
| Large house | 1,549 kWh | $184.33 |
| Washington average | 955 kWh | $113.68 |
Estimate your Washington electric bill
Add up your appliances and usage for a tailored monthly estimate.
Estimated bill
$210/mo
- Total usage
- 1,200 kWh/mo
- Yearly bill
- $2,517
What drives the bill
- Heating & cooling$65.92 33%
- Water heating$41.20 21%
- EV charging$49.44 25%
- Appliances, lighting & other$41.20 21%
- Fixed charge$12.00
Estimate from your major loads. The rate and fixed charge are printed on your bill — heating/cooling and water heating usually dominate, so start there for the biggest impact.
Frequently asked questions
Average bill by utility in Washington
The state average blends every provider — what you pay depends on your utility.