What is the average electricity rate in Bellingham, Washington?

The average residential electricity rate in Bellingham is approximately 13.30¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $117 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Bellingham?

Natural gas customers in Bellingham pay an average of $71 per month. The rate is approximately $1.17/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Bellingham, Washington?

Electricity in Bellingham is distributed by Puget Sound Energy Inc. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.

Which gas company serves Bellingham?

Bellingham natural gas service is provided by Puget Sound Energy (PSE) and Cascade Natural Gas. Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.

How do Bellingham electricity rates compare to Washington averages?

Bellingham's electricity rate of 13.30¢/kWh is below the Washington state average of 14.95¢/kWh. This can reflect a municipal utility or favorable regional generation mix.

How do I start or stop utility service in Bellingham?

To start electric service in Bellingham, contact Puget Sound Energy Inc. For gas service, contact Puget Sound Energy (PSE) and Cascade Natural Gas. You'll typically need a photo ID, your new address, and a move-in date. Service can usually be established within 1-3 business days.

Bellingham, Washington Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in Bellingham, Washington

Bellingham is served by Puget Sound Energy Inc. Utilities covering Whatcom County report an average residential electricity rate of 13.30¢/kWh — below the Washington state average of 14.95¢/kWh — and a typical monthly electric bill of $117. Natural gas in Bellingham is distributed by Puget Sound Energy (PSE).

Compared to the Washington state average of 14.95¢/kWh/kWh, Bellingham's electricity rate of 13.30¢/kWh is 1.65¢ below the Washington average. As Washington has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Bellingham

Puget Sound Energy Inc

Natural Gas Utility in Bellingham

Puget Sound Energy (PSE)
Cascade Natural Gas

Bellingham vs Washington Energy Rates

Metric	Bellingham	Washington Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	13.30¢	14.95¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.17	$1.17	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$117	$113	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$71	$71	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Bellingham Residents

As a Washington city, Bellingham residents can access the following state and local assistance programs:

✅ Washington LIHEAP
✅ Energy Matchmakers
✅ Washington Weatherization Program
✅ PSE Rebates
✅ Seattle City Light's Neighborhood Power program

Energy-Saving Tips for Bellingham Residents

✓ Washington's cheap hydroelectric power makes electric heating economical.
✓ Consider an electric heat pump — it's 2-3x more efficient than gas heating.
✓ Use weatherization to protect against cold and wet Pacific Northwest winters.
✓ Seattle City Light and PSE offer rebates for insulation and HVAC upgrades.
✓ Sign up for Washington's Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP).

FAQ — Gas & Electricity in Bellingham, Washington

The average residential electricity rate in Bellingham is approximately 13.30¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $117 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Bellingham pay an average of $71 per month. The rate is approximately $1.17/therm per therm.
Electricity in Bellingham is distributed by Puget Sound Energy Inc. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Bellingham natural gas service is provided by Puget Sound Energy (PSE) and Cascade Natural Gas. Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.
Bellingham's electricity rate of 13.30¢/kWh is below the Washington state average of 14.95¢/kWh. This can reflect a municipal utility or favorable regional generation mix.
To start electric service in Bellingham, contact Puget Sound Energy Inc. For gas service, contact Puget Sound Energy (PSE) and Cascade Natural Gas. You'll typically need a photo ID, your new address, and a move-in date. Service can usually be established within 1-3 business days.