⚡ Electricity bill in San Diego, CA (2027)

Estimated average: $147/month at 31¢/kWh — +7% vs. the U.S. average.

High-voltage power lines and pylons carrying residential electricity near San Diego, California
Residential electricity in San Diego is billed at California's rate of 31¢/kWh. Photo: Jim Champion (CC BY-SA 2.0)

With about 1,381,162 residents, San Diego is a major metro and the #2 largest city in California. Households here pay California's residential rate of 31¢/kWh; the typical bill of $147/month reflects local usage of around 475 kWh. Below you can estimate your own bill by home size and usage, see whether solar pays off in San Diego, and compare it with other California cities.

$147
Est. bill in San Diego
per month
31¢
Price per kWh
$167
California average
1,381,162
Population

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San Diego electricity FAQ

How much does electricity cost in San Diego, CA?

Electricity in San Diego costs about 31¢/kWh, so a typical home using ~475 kWh/month spends around $147 — that's +7% vs. the U.S. average of $137.

Is electricity cheap in San Diego?

At 31¢/kWh, electricity in San Diego is close to the U.S. average. The cheapest way to lower it further is efficiency upgrades, off-peak usage, comparing suppliers in deregulated markets, and going solar.

What is the average electric bill in San Diego, CA?

About $147 per month at 31¢/kWh — +7% vs. the U.S. average of $137.

Why is the bill different in San Diego?

San Diego shares California's electricity price (31¢/kWh); the bill mostly varies with home size and usage. This estimate assumes typical local usage of about 475 kWh per month.

How can I cut my bill in San Diego?

Efficiency upgrades, off-peak usage where time-of-use applies, comparing suppliers in deregulated markets, and solar all help. Estimate your own usage above.

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