How our rates compare

SMUD's rates are among the lowest in California, and on average more than 50% 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 September 1, 2023.

  • 131

    SMUD

  • 295

    Pacific Gas & Electric

  • 122

    Roseville Electric

  • 123

    Turlock

  • 144

    Modesto (MID)

  • 169

    LADWP

  • 284

    Southern California Edison

  • 357

    San Diego Gas and Electric

Business rate comparison

Business customers' rates compared to PG&E as of September 1, 2023

Customer groups Percentage lower than PG&E
Small Commercial (0-20 kW) 52.2%
Small Commercial (21-299 kW) 55%
Medium Commercial (300-499 kW) 55.7%
Medium Commercial (500-999 kW) 51.9%
Large Commercial (1000+ kW) 47.8%
Agricultural 53.9%
Lighting (Traffic Signals) 61.5%
Lighting (Street Lighting)  67.6% 
Average 50.1%