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PG&E (Pacific Gas and Electric) Electricity Rate per kWh in 2026

Residential Rate
35.12¢
Commercial
24.87¢
Customers
5.5M
Rate Type
tou

About PG&E

PG&E (Pacific Gas and Electric) serves approximately 5.5 million residential customers across CA. The estimated effective residential rate is about 35.12 cents per kWh as of March 2026 - a representative average; see the official tariff schedule for your exact rate.

Service area: Northern and Central California (45 of 58 counties), serving San Francisco, Sacramento, San Jose corridor

Parent company: PG&E Corporation

Recent rate case: Rates are set through periodic CPUC General Rate Cases and reflected in the tariff schedule linked above; consult that schedule for the current approved pricing.

Time-of-Use Rate Schedule

Peak Hours
58¢/kWh
4pm-9pm daily
Off-Peak
22¢/kWh
All other times

TOU saves money when you shift usage to off-peak. Charge EVs after 9pm. Run dishwasher and dryer after 9pm. Pre-cool home before 4pm. Full TOU guide ->

Sample Monthly Bill

900 kWh (national avg) x 35.12c + $15 fixed$331.08/mo
1,100 kWh (higher usage) x 35.12c + $15 fixed$401.32/mo
Quick Reference
Fixed charge$15/mo
States servedCA
Rate structuretou
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the current PG&E rate per kWh?+
PG&E (Pacific Gas and Electric)'s estimated effective residential rate is about 35.12 cents per kWh as of March 2026. This is a representative average; your exact rate depends on the tariff, season, and fuel/rider charges shown on the utility's official rate schedule (linked below). The estimated commercial rate is 24.87c/kWh, and the monthly fixed customer charge is roughly $15 regardless of usage.
What rate structure does PG&E use?+
PG&E (Pacific Gas and Electric) uses a tou rate structure. Time-of-Use rates charge 58c/kWh during peak hours (4pm-9pm daily) and 22c/kWh during off-peak hours. Customers can save money by shifting usage to off-peak periods.
How do I find my PG&E rate on my bill?+
Your electricity bill shows the total kWh consumed and the charges applied. Look for the 'energy charge' or 'supply charge' line item - this is the per-kWh rate times your usage. Delivery charges (transmission and distribution) are listed separately and represent a significant portion of your total rate. The fixed customer charge appears as a flat line item. Your effective combined rate (all charges / total kWh) may differ from the tariff rate due to the fixed charge amortization.
What recent rate changes has PG&E made?+
Rates are set through periodic CPUC General Rate Cases and reflected in the tariff schedule linked above; consult that schedule for the current approved pricing.
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