WattBuy’s Guide to

Electricity in
Rainier

Oregon

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The State of Electricity in Rainier

Here's the average monthly bill, usage, and carbon footprint of residents in Rainier

Average monthly bill

January

$218highest

February

$160

March

$158

April

$106

May

$105lowest

June

$112

July

$129

August

$134

September

$116

October

$125

November

$142

December

$159

Carbon Emissions

334 lbs CO₂

Monthly Usage

931 kWh

Where does Rainier’s electricity come from?

Rainier's energy comes from Natural Gas, Hydroelectric, Wind, and Solar. Natural Gas is the largest source of electricity, providing 43% of Rainier's energy. Hydroelectric is the second largest source, making up 36%. Wind provides 15% of the energy in Rainier. Solar provides 6% of the energy in Rainier.

43%

Natural Gas

36%

Hydroelectric

15%

Wind

6%

Solar

Solar energy in Rainier

The state of solar in Rainier

Solar power is on the rise, helping homeowners save on their electricity bills and power their homes sustainably.

698 kWh

Energy generated by average sized system

$19,363

Average system cost

(after federal incentive)

18 years

Payback period

Learn More about solar
Net Metering Available

Get paid for the extra solar you produce

Net metering policies in Rainier 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.

Energy Efficiency Incentives in Rainier

incentivesavingsutility 
Clothes Dryers$25Columbia River PUDSee Details
Heat Pump Water Heaters$300 - $500Columbia River PUDSee Details
Air-Source Heat Pump - Single Package$300 - $1,250Columbia River PUDSee Details
Air-Source Heat Pump - Split Systems$800 - $1,000Columbia River PUDSee Details
Sealing and Insulation ProductsVariesColumbia River PUDSee Details
Clothes Washers$20-$50Columbia River PUDSee Details
Windows, Doors, and Skylights$3/sq. ft. up to 50%Columbia River PUDSee Details
Heat Pump Water Heaters$300 - $500Columbia River PUDSee Details

Utilities in Rainier

Columbia River Peoples Ut Dist

Columbia River Peoples Ut Dist Rates

Columbia River Peoples Ut Dist has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.

Rate NameRate TypeCost Per kWh
Residential Service, Second MeterFixed7¢ to 8¢
Residential Service, Second Non-Network MeterFixed7¢ to 8¢
Residential Service - 100% Wind Energy, Non-Network MeterFixed9¢ to 10¢
Residential Service - Special WaiverFixed7¢ to 8¢
Residential Service, Non-Network MeterFixed7¢ to 8¢
Residential ServiceFixed7¢ to 8¢
Residential Service - Special Waiver, Non-Network MeterFixed7¢ to 8¢
Residential Service - 100% Wind EnergyFixed9¢ to 10¢

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