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Electricity cost in Oregon
Average residential electricity price in Oregon, August 2026 · +0.4% year on year · rank #23 of 51 (cheapest = 1)
Monthly bill by usage
| Usage | Oregon | US average |
|---|---|---|
| 300 kWh | $47.76 | $54.48 |
| 500 kWh | $79.60 | $90.80 |
| 750 kWh | $119.40 | $136.20 |
| 900 kWh | $143.28 | $163.44 |
| 1,000 kWh | $159.20 | $181.60 |
| 1,200 kWh | $191.04 | $217.92 |
| 1,500 kWh | $238.80 | $272.40 |
| 2,000 kWh | $318.40 | $363.20 |
Energy charge only, at the average all-in price per kWh; your utility's fixed monthly fee and tiered or time-of-use rates will change the total.
Cost to run appliances in Oregon
| Appliance | Typical use | Per hour | Per month |
|---|---|---|---|
| Space Heater | 1,500 W × 6 h | $0.24 | $43.56 |
| Window Air Conditioner | 900 W × 8 h | $0.14 | $34.85 |
| Central Air Conditioner | 3,500 W × 8 h | $0.56 | $135.51 |
| Refrigerator | 150 W × 24 h | $0.02 | $17.42 |
| Chest Freezer | 80 W × 24 h | $0.01 | $9.29 |
| TV | 100 W × 5 h | $0.02 | $2.42 |
| Gaming PC | 400 W × 4 h | $0.06 | $7.74 |
| Laptop | 50 W × 8 h | $0.01 | $1.94 |
| Game Console | 180 W × 3 h | $0.03 | $2.61 |
| Clothes Dryer | 3,000 W × 1 h | $0.48 | $14.52 |
| Washing Machine | 500 W × 1 h | $0.08 | $2.42 |
| Dishwasher | 1,500 W × 1.5 h | $0.24 | $10.89 |
| Electric Oven | 2,400 W × 1 h | $0.38 | $11.62 |
| Microwave | 1,100 W × 0.3 h | $0.18 | $1.60 |
| Electric Kettle | 1,500 W × 0.25 h | $0.24 | $1.81 |
| Hair Dryer | 1,800 W × 0.25 h | $0.29 | $2.18 |
| LED Light Bulb | 9 W × 5 h | $0.00 | $0.22 |
| Ceiling Fan | 50 W × 8 h | $0.01 | $1.94 |
| Dehumidifier | 450 W × 10 h | $0.07 | $21.78 |
| Hot Tub | 1,500 W × 6 h | $0.24 | $43.56 |
| Pool Pump | 1,500 W × 8 h | $0.24 | $58.08 |
| Electric Water Heater | 4,000 W × 3 h | $0.64 | $58.08 |
| EV Charger (Level 2) | 7,200 W × 2 h | $1.15 | $69.69 |
| Wi-Fi Router | 10 W × 24 h | $0.00 | $1.16 |
| Electric Blanket | 100 W × 8 h | $0.02 | $3.87 |
Nearby in the price ranking
- South Carolina – 15.76¢/kWh
- Georgia – 15.90¢/kWh
- Texas – 15.91¢/kWh
- Missouri – 16.02¢/kWh
- West Virginia – 16.31¢/kWh
- Alabama – 16.33¢/kWh
FAQ
How much is electricity in Oregon?
The average residential price in Oregon was 15.92¢ per kWh in August 2026, up 0.4% from 15.85¢ a year earlier (EIA Electric Power Monthly, Table 5.6.A (residential, August 2026 preliminary; released October 23, 2026)).
What is the average electric bill in Oregon?
At 900 kWh a month (close to the US household average) a Oregon bill is about $143.28 before fixed charges, versus $163.44 at the US average price.
Is electricity expensive in Oregon?
Oregon ranks #23 of 51 (1 = cheapest) and is 12% below the US average of 18.16¢/kWh.
Source: EIA Electric Power Monthly, Table 5.6.A (residential, August 2026 preliminary; released October 23, 2026).
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