Modesto Irrigation District provides electricity service to Modesto and the surrounding California area. The local climate significantly impacts energy costs throughout the year.
18¢/kWh
Average residential rate
The average Modesto residential customer pays approximately 18¢ per kilowatt-hour.
| Plan | Base Rate | Peak Hours | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residential Service (Schedule D) | $32.00/month | N/A | Customers with consistent energy usage throughout the day. |
| Time-of-Use Electric Vehicle Option (Schedule EV-D) | $32.00/month | 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. (Weekdays) | Electric vehicle owners who can shift charging to off-peak hours. |
| Net Metering 2.0 | Standard residential rate | N/A | Customers with solar panels or other renewable energy generation. |
Residential Service (Schedule D): Customers with consistent energy usage throughout the day.
Time-of-Use Electric Vehicle Option (Schedule EV-D): Electric vehicle owners who can shift charging to off-peak hours.
Net Metering 2.0: Customers with solar panels or other renewable energy generation.
Modesto rates are approximately 5.5¢/kWh higher than in San Francisco (12.5¢/kWh), which may be due to local infrastructure costs and demand patterns.
*Rates shown are approximate and subject to change. Verify current rates at https://www.pge.com.*
Modesto has hot, dry summers and cool, wet winters, leading to high cooling costs in the summer and moderate heating costs in the winter.
| Season | Typical Bill Range | Primary Driver |
|---|---|---|
| Summer (Jun-Aug) | $321-$380 | Air conditioning |
| Winter (Dec-Feb) | $317-$472 | Heating |
| Spring/Fall | $336-$395 | Baseline usage |
Summer bills in Modesto can reach $380, while residents in San Francisco typically see summer peaks around $300.
*Bill estimates based on average Modesto household usage of 1,071 kWh/month.*
Modesto Irrigation District rates in Modesto have changed over the past several years:
The Modesto Irrigation District (MID) Board of Directors approved a 7.5% electric rate increase for 2024 and a 5.5% increase for 2025.
A Power Cost Adjustment (PCA) will be calculated and applied monthly to customer bills starting in 2025 to reflect fluctuating power supply costs.
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