CivicLane County· Friday, October 30, 2026
NW Natural’s residential rates rise Saturday
The reported increase is 7.3%, effective October 31.
NW Natural residential customers face a 7.3% rate increase starting Saturday, October 31, OPB reports in a story carried by KLCC. The report puts the increase at about $6.30 a month for a typical customer—not a flat addition to every bill.
The Oregon Public Utility Commission finalized the adjustment this week. The utility attributes the change to winter gas costs and reconciliation of earlier estimates with actual costs.
Field notes
What changed: A new residential rate takes effect Saturday.
Why it matters: The change arrives as households enter the heating season.
Who may be affected: Lane County households with NW Natural gas service.