What is the average electricity rate in Richland, Washington?

The average residential electricity rate in Richland is approximately 14.95¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $113 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Richland?

Natural gas customers in Richland pay an average of $72 per month. The rate is approximately $1.19/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Richland, Washington?

Electricity in Richland 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 Richland?

Richland 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 Richland electricity rates compare to Washington averages?

Richland's electricity rate of 14.95¢/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 Richland?

To start electric service in Richland, 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.

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

Gas & Electricity in Richland, Washington

Richland, Washington is served by Puget Sound Energy (PSE) for electricity and Puget Sound Energy (PSE) for natural gas. Rates in Richland 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, Richland's electricity rate of 14.95¢/kWh is 0.00¢ below the Washington average. As Washington has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Richland

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

Natural Gas Utility in Richland

Puget Sound Energy (PSE)
Cascade Natural Gas
Avista

Richland vs Washington Energy Rates

Metric	Richland	Washington Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	14.95¢	14.95¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.19	$1.17	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$113	$113	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$72	$71	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Richland Residents

As a Washington city, Richland 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 Richland 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 Richland, Washington

The average residential electricity rate in Richland is approximately 14.95¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $113 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Richland pay an average of $72 per month. The rate is approximately $1.19/therm per therm.
Electricity in Richland 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.
Richland 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.
Richland's electricity rate of 14.95¢/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 Richland, 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.