What is the average electricity rate in Yakima, Washington?

The average residential electricity rate in Yakima is approximately 10.50¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $129 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Yakima?

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

Which electric company serves Yakima, Washington?

Electricity in Yakima is distributed by PacifiCorp and Benton Rural Electric Assn. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.

Which gas company serves Yakima?

Yakima 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 Yakima electricity rates compare to Washington averages?

Yakima's electricity rate of 10.50¢/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 Yakima?

To start electric service in Yakima, contact PacifiCorp and Benton Rural Electric Assn. 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.

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

Gas & Electricity in Yakima, Washington

Yakima is served by PacifiCorp and Benton Rural Electric Assn. Utilities covering Yakima County report an average residential electricity rate of 10.50¢/kWh — below the Washington state average of 14.95¢/kWh — and a typical monthly electric bill of $129. Natural gas in Yakima is distributed by Puget Sound Energy (PSE).

Compared to the Washington state average of 14.95¢/kWh/kWh, Yakima's electricity rate of 10.50¢/kWh is 4.45¢ below the Washington average. As Washington has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Yakima

PacifiCorp
Benton Rural Electric Assn
PUD No 1 of Klickitat County

Natural Gas Utility in Yakima

Puget Sound Energy (PSE)
Cascade Natural Gas

Yakima vs Washington Energy Rates

Metric	Yakima	Washington Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	10.50¢	14.95¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.17	$1.17	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$129	$113	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$71	$71	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Yakima Residents

As a Washington city, Yakima 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 Yakima 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 Yakima, Washington

The average residential electricity rate in Yakima is approximately 10.50¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $129 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Yakima pay an average of $71 per month. The rate is approximately $1.17/therm per therm.
Electricity in Yakima is distributed by PacifiCorp and Benton Rural Electric Assn. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Yakima 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.
Yakima's electricity rate of 10.50¢/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 Yakima, contact PacifiCorp and Benton Rural Electric Assn. 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.