Average electric rate in California
Residential average from EIA data, July 2026.
California average
33.6 cents per kWh
National average
18.3 cents per kWh
California runs 83.6% above the national average.
Recent months
| Month | Average rate |
|---|---|
| July 2026 | 33.6 cents per kWh |
| June 2026 | 34.7 cents per kWh |
| May 2026 | 33.3 cents per kWh |
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration, residential sector.
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