What is the average electricity rate in Kent, Washington?

The average residential electricity rate in Kent is approximately 12.36¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $104 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Kent?

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

Which electric company serves Kent, Washington?

Electricity in Kent is distributed by Puget Sound Energy Inc and City of Seattle. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.

Which gas company serves Kent?

Kent 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 Kent electricity rates compare to Washington averages?

Kent's electricity rate of 12.36¢/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 Kent?

To start electric service in Kent, contact Puget Sound Energy Inc and City of Seattle. 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.

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

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Electricity Rate

12.36¢/kWh

2.59¢ below the Washington average

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Natural Gas Rate

$1.17/therm

per therm

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Avg Electric Bill

$104

per month

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Avg Gas Bill

$71

per month

Gas & Electricity in Kent, Washington

Kent is served by Puget Sound Energy Inc and City of Seattle. Utilities covering King County report an average residential electricity rate of 12.36¢/kWh — below the Washington state average of 14.95¢/kWh — and a typical monthly electric bill of $104. Natural gas in Kent is distributed by Puget Sound Energy (PSE).

Compared to the Washington state average of 14.95¢/kWh/kWh, Kent's electricity rate of 12.36¢/kWh is 2.59¢ below the Washington average. As Washington has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Kent

Puget Sound Energy Inc
City of Seattle
City of Tacoma

Natural Gas Utility in Kent

Puget Sound Energy (PSE)
Cascade Natural Gas

Kent vs Washington Energy Rates

Metric	Kent	Washington Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	12.36¢	14.95¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.17	$1.17	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$104	$113	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$71	$71	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Kent Residents

As a Washington city, Kent 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 Kent 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 Kent, Washington

The average residential electricity rate in Kent is approximately 12.36¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $104 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Kent pay an average of $71 per month. The rate is approximately $1.17/therm per therm.
Electricity in Kent is distributed by Puget Sound Energy Inc and City of Seattle. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Kent 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.
Kent's electricity rate of 12.36¢/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 Kent, contact Puget Sound Energy Inc and City of Seattle. 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.