What is the average electricity rate in Sumas, Washington?

The average residential electricity rate in Sumas is approximately 15.10¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $114 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Sumas?

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

Which electric company serves Sumas, Washington?

Electricity in Sumas 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 Sumas?

Sumas 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 Sumas electricity rates compare to Washington averages?

Sumas's electricity rate of 15.10¢/kWh is above the Washington state average of 14.95¢/kWh. Urban areas often have higher distribution costs.

How do I start or stop utility service in Sumas?

To start electric service in Sumas, 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.

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

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Electricity Rate

15.10¢/kWh

0.15¢ above the Washington average

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Natural Gas Rate

$1.19/therm

per therm

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Avg Electric Bill

$114

per month

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Avg Gas Bill

$72

per month

Gas & Electricity in Sumas, Washington

Sumas, Washington is served by Puget Sound Energy (PSE) for electricity and Puget Sound Energy (PSE) for natural gas. Rates in Sumas 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, Sumas's electricity rate of 15.10¢/kWh is 0.15¢ above the Washington average. As Washington has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Sumas

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

Natural Gas Utility in Sumas

Puget Sound Energy (PSE)
Cascade Natural Gas
Avista

Sumas vs Washington Energy Rates

Metric	Sumas	Washington Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	15.10¢	14.95¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.19	$1.17	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$114	$113	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$72	$71	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Sumas Residents

As a Washington city, Sumas 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 Sumas 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 Sumas, Washington

The average residential electricity rate in Sumas is approximately 15.10¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $114 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Sumas pay an average of $72 per month. The rate is approximately $1.19/therm per therm.
Electricity in Sumas 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.
Sumas 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.
Sumas's electricity rate of 15.10¢/kWh is above the Washington state average of 14.95¢/kWh. Urban areas often have higher distribution costs.
To start electric service in Sumas, 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.