Electricity rates in Altadena, CA
Altadena (42,777 people, Los Angeles County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Southern California Edison Co. pay about 33.11¢/kWh, 0% more than the California average.
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Electric companies serving Altadena
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southern California Edison Co. | Investor-owned utility | 33.11¢ | $157 | 3.26M | 545 |
| City of Pasadena | Municipal utility | 25.31¢ | $117 | 59K | 213 |
Power outages in Los Angeles County right now
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Outage history in Los Angeles County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 207 | 612 |
| Days with outages | 13 | 28 |
| Most customers out at once | 40,281 (1.1%) | 1,717,886 (45.7%) |
| Worst day | 2024-12-25 | 2025-01-08 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (207 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Pasadena 25.3¢
- La Cañada Flintridge 27.6¢
- East Pasadena 33.1¢
- Sierra Madre 33.1¢
- San Marino 33.1¢
- South Pasadena 33.1¢
- Arcadia 33.1¢
- Alhambra 33.1¢
- San Gabriel 33.1¢
- La Crescenta-Montrose 36.0¢
ZIP codes: 91001, 91003
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Altadena?
Most homes in Altadena get power from Southern California Edison Co., where residential customers pay an average of 33.11¢/kWh including all charges. The California average is 32.99¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Altadena: City of Pasadena (25.31¢).
What is the average electric bill in Altadena?
About $157 a month, based on 474 kWh a month (the average for Southern California Edison Co. customers) at 33.11¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Altadena, CA?
2 utilities serve Altadena's ZIP codes: Southern California Edison Co., City of Pasadena. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Altadena?
In 2025, customers in Los Angeles County averaged 10 hr 12 min without power. Outages hit 28 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-01-08, when 1,717,886 customers (45.7%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.