WattBuy’s Guide toElectricity in
Electricity in
Portland
Oregon
Oregon
Here's the average monthly bill, usage, and carbon footprint of residents in Portland
January
$271highestFebruary
$235March
$173April
$154May
$144June
$140lowestJuly
$146August
$147September
$144October
$161November
$204December
$218Carbon Emissions
287 lbs CO₂
Monthly Usage
1,154 kWh
Portland's energy comes from Hydroelectric, Natural Gas, Wind, and Solar. Hydroelectric is the largest source of electricity, providing 53% of Portland's energy. Natural Gas is the second largest source, making up 22%. Wind provides 18% of the energy in Portland. Solar provides 7% of the energy in Portland.
53%
Hydroelectric
22%
Natural Gas
18%
Wind
7%
Solar
Solar power is on the rise, helping homeowners save on their electricity bills and power their homes sustainably.
647 kWh
Energy generated by average sized system
$19,728
Average system cost
(after federal incentive)
16 years
Payback period
Net metering policies in Portland can help solar panel owners save money and reduce their carbon footprint. When your solar panels generate more electricity than you use, you can send the excess back to the grid and receive credit on your next bill. Just something to keep in mind when considering solar panels.
Portland General Electric Co has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Residential TOU Portfolio Option | TOU | 11¢ to 47¢ |
| Residential Service | Fixed | 19¢ to 20¢ |
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