Electricity rates in Alturas, CA
Alturas (2,594 people, Modoc County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on PacifiCorp pay about 24.71¢/kWh, 25% less than the California average.
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Electric companies serving Alturas
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PacifiCorp | Investor-owned utility | 24.71¢ | $205 | 36K | 485 |
| Surprise Valley Electrification | Electric cooperative | 13.82¢ | $131 | 2,788 | — |
Power outages in Modoc County right now
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Outage history in Modoc County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 501 | 327 |
| Days with outages | 38 | 38 |
| Most customers out at once | 2,302 (34.9%) | 2,312 (35%) |
| Worst day | 2024-07-12 | 2025-08-07 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (501 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Burney 36.5¢
- Susanville 36.5¢
- Johnstonville 36.5¢
- Janesville 36.5¢
- McCloud 24.7¢
- Westwood 36.5¢
- Chester 36.5¢
- Dunsmuir 24.7¢
- Mount Shasta 24.7¢
- Greenville 36.5¢
ZIP codes: 96101
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Alturas?
Most homes in Alturas get power from PacifiCorp, where residential customers pay an average of 24.71¢/kWh including all charges. The California average is 32.99¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Alturas: Surprise Valley Electrification (13.82¢).
What is the average electric bill in Alturas?
About $205 a month, based on 829 kWh a month (the average for PacifiCorp customers) at 24.71¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Alturas, CA?
2 utilities serve Alturas's ZIP codes: PacifiCorp, Surprise Valley Electrification. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Alturas?
In 2025, customers in Modoc County averaged 5 hr 27 min without power. Outages hit 38 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-08-07, when 2,312 customers (35%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.