Average Electric Bill in California (2026)
The average residential electric bill in California is $160.86 per month (EIA, 2024 annual avg) — 13% above the U.S. average, #8 of 51 states. That reflects an average of 503 kWh used per month at California's rate of 32.0¢/kWh. See the breakdown by home size and estimate your own bill below.
$160.86
#8 of 51 · EIA, 2024 annual avg
503 kWh
per residential customer
32.0¢/kWh
13% above the U.S. average
Average electric bill in California by home size
Estimated at California's 32.0¢/kWh rate. Typical use is a rough guide — your actual kWh varies with climate, heating type, and habits.
| Home size | Typical monthly use | Monthly bill |
|---|---|---|
| 1-bedroom apartment | 500 kWh | $159.85 |
| 2-bedroom apartment | 750 kWh | $239.77 |
| Small house | 900 kWh | $287.73 |
| Large house | 1,400 kWh | $447.58 |
| California average | 503 kWh | $160.86 |
Estimate your California electric bill
Add up your appliances and usage for a tailored monthly estimate.
Estimated bill
$210/mo
- Total usage
- 1,200 kWh/mo
- Yearly bill
- $2,517
What drives the bill
- Heating & cooling$65.92 33%
- Water heating$41.20 21%
- EV charging$49.44 25%
- Appliances, lighting & other$41.20 21%
- Fixed charge$12.00
Estimate from your major loads. The rate and fixed charge are printed on your bill — heating/cooling and water heating usually dominate, so start there for the biggest impact.