Residential electricity prices in 98056 in April 2026 averaged approximately 14.36 cents per kilowatthour (¢/kWh), which was about 24% less than the national average rate of 18.83 ¢/kWh (April 2026). [1]
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See how electricity costs in 98056 differ from the average electricity costs for the U.S. overall. [1]
On a year-over-year basis - from March 2025 to March 2026 - residential electricity prices in 98056 increased approximately 14%, from 12.62 ¢/kWh to 14.40 ¢/kWh. [1]
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Residential natural gas prices in 98056 in April 2026 averaged 18.70 dollars per thousand cubic feet ($/Mcf), which was approximately 3% more than the national average rate of 18.17 $/Mcf (April 2026). [2]
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See the chart below to see a comparison of Renton natural gas prices against U.S. average prices. Compare 98056 (Renton, WA) natural gas costs to overall U.S. average costs. [2]
On a year-over-year basis, residential natural gas prices in Renton (Washington) decreased approximately 100%, from 17.55 $/Mcf (March 2025) to 0.00 $/Mcf (March 2026). [2]
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See the chart below for a comparison of Renton solar radiation levels against other areas in the U.S. Compare Renton levels against both 1) low average solar radition levels (WA) and also 2) high average solar radiation levels (NV). [3]
→ k/m/d: kilowatt hours per square meter per day.
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The ZIP code 98056 is associated with the city of Renton, WA in King County. [4]
To learn more about utility rates & usage in 98056, or for other information related to utilities in Washington, visit the U.S. Energy Information Administration.
The first (electricity) power plant - owned by Thomas Edison - opened in New York City in 1882.
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