Electricity rates in 98279 — Olga, WA
Homes in ZIP 98279 pay about 18.4¢ per kWh (Orcas Power & Light Coop, 2024 average). The Washington average is 14.6¢ and the U.S. average 18.2¢ (Aug 2026).
What a month of electricity costs
Monthly cost at the average price of 18.4¢ per kWh. Real bills add or subtract fixed charges, tiers, time-of-use and fuel adjustments.
Where ZIP 98279 is
Outlined: ZIP code area · scroll or pinch to zoomUtilities serving 98279
| Utility | Home price | Avg. bill | Customers in WA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orcas Power & Light Coop Cooperative | 18.4¢ 2024 | $178 | 13,948 |
Utilities are matched to this ZIP code by NREL’s ZIP–utility table and the EIA service-territory list for San Juan County; county matches may serve only part of the area. Prices are each utility’s average residential revenue per kWh.
Washington price trend
Hover or tap the chart for exact monthly values. Source: EIA-861M (monthly, latest months preliminary); forecast: EIA Short-Term Energy Outlook (October 2026) for the Pacific region, which includes Alaska, California, Hawaii, Oregon, Washington.
Averages, not a quote. Prices here are what each utility’s residential customers paid on average (revenue ÷ kWh sold, fixed charges included), as reported to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. Your own rate depends on your plan, season and usage — check your bill or your utility’s tariff.
Questions about 98279
How much does electricity cost in 98279?
About 18.4¢ per kWh for homes (Orcas Power & Light Coop, 2024 average, EIA). At 900 kWh a month that is roughly $165.
Who is the electric utility for 98279?
Orcas Power & Light Coop, with about 13,948 residential customers in Washington.
Is electricity in WA getting more expensive?
The Washington residential average was 14.6¢ per kWh in August 2026, up 7.2% from a year earlier; the U.S. average was 18.2¢.