Pacific Gas & Electric Electricity Rates
Pacific Gas & Electric residential customers pay an average of 39.6¢/kWh (EIA-861, 2024, bundled service), or about $198.05 per month — 24% above the California state average. See what your bill looks like at that rate below.
39.6¢/kWh
EIA-861, 2024, bundled
$198.05
per month, residential
+24%
32.0¢/kWh state avg
What a Pacific Gas & Electric bill looks like by usage
Monthly cost at Pacific Gas & Electric's effective 39.6¢/kWh rate vs the California average of 32.0¢/kWh. U.S. homes average about 863 kWh/month.
| Monthly usage | Pacific Gas & Electric | CA average |
|---|---|---|
| 500 kWh | $198.10 | $159.85 |
| 750 kWh | $297.15 | $239.77 |
| 1,000 kWh | $396.20 | $319.70 |
| 1,250 kWh | $495.25 | $399.63 |
| 1,500 kWh | $594.30 | $479.55 |
| 2,000 kWh | $792.40 | $639.40 |
EV charging cost on Pacific Gas & Electric
Rate is pre-filled to Pacific Gas & Electric's 39.6¢/kWh. Enter your car's battery size.
Frequently asked questions
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Start with our guide to estimating and lowering your electric bill, then find the culprits with the appliance running-cost tables. EV driver on a time-of-use plan? See off-peak EV charging.