How our rates compare

SMUD's rates are among the lowest in California, and on average more than 55% lower than those of neighboring PG&E.


Average residential monthly bill

This chart shows the average monthly price, in dollars, for a residential bill using 750 kWh per month as of April 1, 2024.

  • 135

    SMUD

  • 352

    Pacific Gas & Electric

  • 124

    Turlock

  • 122

    Roseville

  • 163

    Modesto

  • 186

    LADWP

  • 270

    Southern California Edison

  • 295

    San Diego Gas and Electric

Business rate comparison

Business customers' rates compared to PG&E as of April 1, 2024

Customer groups Percentage lower than PG&E
Small Commercial (0-20 kW) 59.2%
Small Commercial (21-299 kW) 61.9%
Medium Commercial (300-499 kW) 60.6%
Medium Commercial (500-999 kW) 57.3%
Large Commercial (1000+ kW) 47.3%
Agricultural 60.3%
Lighting (Traffic Signals) 67.4%
Lighting (Street Lighting)  67.4% 
Average 55.0%