Compare PG&E and SDG&E electricity rates side by side. See per-kWh rates, bills, peak hours, and rate plans to find the cheaper option.
Rate Comparison
Metric
PG&E
SDG&E
State
California
California
Standard Plan Rate
~42.5¢/kWh
~47.6¢/kWh
Plan Rate Range
28¢–67¢/kWh
11.7¢–62.2¢/kWh
Time-of-Use
34¢/kWh off-peak / 59¢/kWh peak
34¢/kWh off-peak / 62.2¢/kWh peak
Data Updated
February 2026
February 2026
Key Findings
PG&E has the lower median rate (42.00¢/kWh vs 47.20¢/kWh) — about 11.0% less expensive on the standard plan.
Both utilities serve California, so customers in overlapping or neighboring service areas can use this comparison to validate their bill.
Time-of-use plans can save 15–30% if you can shift dishwasher, laundry, and EV charging to off-peak windows.
Use our free bill check to confirm whether your current plan is the cheapest option for your usage.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which has lower rates: PG&E or SDG&E?
Based on median residential rates, PG&E has the lower per-kWh rate. The standard plans are ~42.5¢/kWh (PG&E) and ~47.6¢/kWh (SDG&E).
Can I switch between PG&E and SDG&E?
These two utilities operate in California, but most customers don't get to choose between them — service territory is determined by your address. In deregulated states, you can change the supplier portion of your bill but not the utility itself.
How do I check if I'm overpaying on my PG&E or SDG&E bill?
Upload your bill to Utility Check for an independent verification. We compare your rate plan against alternatives, identify billing errors, and provide a call script to dispute incorrect charges. The free sanity check takes under 60 seconds.
Are time-of-use plans worth it for PG&E or SDG&E customers?
TOU plans typically save 15–30% for customers who can shift heavy usage (laundry, dishwasher, EV charging, pool pumps) to off-peak windows. PG&E offers Time-of-Use (E-TOU-C) at 34¢/kWh off-peak / 59¢/kWh peak. SDG&E offers TOU-DR1 at 34¢/kWh off-peak / 62.2¢/kWh peak.