What is the average electricity rate in Key Center, Washington?

The average residential electricity rate in Key Center is approximately 14.20¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $107 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Key Center?

Natural gas customers in Key Center pay an average of $74 per month. The rate is approximately $1.22/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Key Center, Washington?

Electricity in Key Center is distributed by Puget Sound Energy (PSE) and Seattle City Light. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.

Which gas company serves Key Center?

Key Center 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 Key Center electricity rates compare to Washington averages?

Key Center's electricity rate of 14.20¢/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 Key Center?

To start electric service in Key Center, contact Puget Sound Energy (PSE) and Seattle City Light. 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.

Key Center, Washington Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in Key Center, Washington

Key Center, Washington is served by Puget Sound Energy (PSE) for electricity and Puget Sound Energy (PSE) for natural gas. Rates in Key Center are comparable to the Washington state average of 14.95¢/kWh, and residents can access all state-level energy assistance programs.

Compared to the Washington state average of 14.95¢/kWh/kWh, Key Center's electricity rate of 14.20¢/kWh is 0.75¢ below the Washington average. As Washington has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Key Center

Puget Sound Energy (PSE)
Seattle City Light
Tacoma Power
Pacific Power

Natural Gas Utility in Key Center

Puget Sound Energy (PSE)
Cascade Natural Gas
Avista

Key Center vs Washington Energy Rates

Metric	Key Center	Washington Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	14.20¢	14.95¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.22	$1.17	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$107	$113	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$74	$71	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Key Center Residents

As a Washington city, Key Center 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 Key Center 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 Key Center, Washington

The average residential electricity rate in Key Center is approximately 14.20¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $107 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Key Center pay an average of $74 per month. The rate is approximately $1.22/therm per therm.
Electricity in Key Center is distributed by Puget Sound Energy (PSE) and Seattle City Light. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Key Center 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.
Key Center's electricity rate of 14.20¢/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 Key Center, contact Puget Sound Energy (PSE) and Seattle City Light. 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.