What is the average electricity rate in Medford, Oregon?

The average residential electricity rate in Medford is approximately 12.01¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $111 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Medford?

Natural gas customers in Medford pay an average of $73 per month. The rate is approximately $1.46/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Medford, Oregon?

Electricity in Medford is distributed by PacifiCorp. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.

Which gas company serves Medford?

Medford natural gas service is provided by NW Natural (Northwest Natural Gas) and Avista Utilities. Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.

How do Medford electricity rates compare to Oregon averages?

Medford's electricity rate of 12.01¢/kWh is below the Oregon state average of 16.27¢/kWh. This can reflect a municipal utility or favorable regional generation mix.

How do I start or stop utility service in Medford?

To start electric service in Medford, contact PacifiCorp. For gas service, contact NW Natural (Northwest Natural Gas) and Avista Utilities. 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.

Medford, Oregon Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

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Electricity Rate

12.01¢/kWh

4.26¢ below the Oregon average

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Natural Gas Rate

$1.46/therm

per therm

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Avg Electric Bill

$111

per month

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Avg Gas Bill

$73

per month

Gas & Electricity in Medford, Oregon

Medford is served by PacifiCorp. Utilities covering Jackson County report an average residential electricity rate of 12.01¢/kWh — below the Oregon state average of 16.27¢/kWh — and a typical monthly electric bill of $111. Natural gas in Medford is distributed by NW Natural (Northwest Natural Gas).

Compared to the Oregon state average of 16.27¢/kWh/kWh, Medford's electricity rate of 12.01¢/kWh is 4.26¢ below the Oregon average. As Oregon has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Medford

PacifiCorp

Natural Gas Utility in Medford

NW Natural (Northwest Natural Gas)
Avista Utilities

Medford vs Oregon Energy Rates

Metric	Medford	Oregon Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	12.01¢	16.27¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.46	$1.46	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$111	$110	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$73	$73	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Medford Residents

As a Oregon city, Medford residents can access the following state and local assistance programs:

✅ Oregon LIHEAP
✅ Oregon Weatherization Program
✅ Energy Trust of Oregon
✅ Oregon Low Income Community Solar

Energy-Saving Tips for Medford 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 Medford, Oregon

The average residential electricity rate in Medford is approximately 12.01¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $111 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Medford pay an average of $73 per month. The rate is approximately $1.46/therm per therm.
Electricity in Medford is distributed by PacifiCorp. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Medford natural gas service is provided by NW Natural (Northwest Natural Gas) and Avista Utilities. Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.
Medford's electricity rate of 12.01¢/kWh is below the Oregon state average of 16.27¢/kWh. This can reflect a municipal utility or favorable regional generation mix.
To start electric service in Medford, contact PacifiCorp. For gas service, contact NW Natural (Northwest Natural Gas) and Avista Utilities. 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.