Electricity rates in Big Bear Lake, CA
Big Bear Lake (5,213 people, San Bernardino 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 Big Bear Lake
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southern California Edison Co. | Investor-owned utility | 33.11¢ | $157 | 3.26M | 545 |
| Bear Valley Electric Service | Investor-owned utility | 43.16¢ | $128 | 23K | 338 |
Power outages in San Bernardino County right now
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Outage history in San Bernardino County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 369 | 1,003 |
| Days with outages | 55 | 77 |
| Most customers out at once | 23,113 (2.7%) | 1,383,556 (164.6%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-31 | 2025-01-10 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (369 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Big Bear City 33.1¢
- Running Springs 33.1¢
- Lucerne Valley 33.1¢
- Lake Arrowhead 33.1¢
- Yucaipa 33.1¢
- Mentone 33.1¢
- Calimesa 33.1¢
- Highland 33.1¢
- Cherry Valley 33.1¢
- Redlands 33.1¢
ZIP codes: 92315
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Big Bear Lake?
Most homes in Big Bear Lake 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 Big Bear Lake: Bear Valley Electric Service (43.16¢).
What is the average electric bill in Big Bear Lake?
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 Big Bear Lake, CA?
2 utilities serve Big Bear Lake's ZIP codes: Southern California Edison Co., Bear Valley Electric Service. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Big Bear Lake?
In 2025, customers in San Bernardino County averaged 16 hr 43 min without power. Outages hit 77 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-01-10, when 1,383,556 customers (164.6%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.