So what are the actual rates?

Here in Steilacoom, Washington we pay 8¢ per kwh for the first 1000 kwh, 8.5¢ for the next 1000 kwh, and 9¢ per kwh for everything over 2000 kwh. We usually use just over 2000 kwh/month unless it is really hot or cold. I don’t think we’ve ever gone above 3000 kwh, but I don’t watch it very closely. Our monthly utility bill is around $275, but this includes water and sewer plus $25 a month for the privilege of being connected.