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SCE (Southern California Edison) Electricity Rate per kWh in 2026

Residential Rate
31.87¢
Commercial
21.43¢
Customers
5.1M
Rate Type
tou

About SCE

SCE (Southern California Edison) serves approximately 5.1 million residential customers across CA. The estimated effective residential rate is about 31.87 cents per kWh as of March 2026 - a representative average; see the official tariff schedule for your exact rate.

Service area: Southern California excluding San Diego area: Los Angeles, Riverside, San Bernardino, Orange, Ventura counties

Parent company: Edison International

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
52¢/kWh
4pm-9pm daily
Off-Peak
20.5¢/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 31.87c + $10 fixed$296.83/mo
1,100 kWh (higher usage) x 31.87c + $10 fixed$360.57/mo
Quick Reference
Fixed charge$10/mo
States servedCA
Rate structuretou
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the current SCE rate per kWh?+
SCE (Southern California Edison)'s estimated effective residential rate is about 31.87 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 21.43c/kWh, and the monthly fixed customer charge is roughly $10 regardless of usage.
What rate structure does SCE use?+
SCE (Southern California Edison) uses a tou rate structure. Time-of-Use rates charge 52c/kWh during peak hours (4pm-9pm daily) and 20.5c/kWh during off-peak hours. Customers can save money by shifting usage to off-peak periods.
How do I find my SCE 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 SCE 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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