California has three major investor-owned utilities: PG&E in Northern California, SCE in Southern California, and SDG&E in San Diego. The state has some of the highest electricity rates in the nation due to infrastructure investments and renewable energy mandates.
Avg. Rate
27.5¢/kWh
Utilities
6 Providers
California rates are among the highest in the nation—nearly double the national average. Time-of-use rates are mandatory for most customers.
Time-of-use rates are mandatory—shift usage to off-peak hours (typically 9pm-4pm) to save 20-30%
Baseline allowances vary by climate zone—coastal areas get lower baselines than inland valleys
CARE and FERA programs offer 20-35% discounts for qualifying low-income households
Solar + battery storage is increasingly popular due to high rates and frequent PSPS outages