Electricity rates in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA
Carmel-by-the-Sea (3,897 people, Monterey County) is served by Pacific Gas & Electric Co.. Homes on Pacific Gas & Electric Co. pay about 36.47¢/kWh, 11% more than the California average.
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Electric companies serving Carmel-by-the-Sea
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pacific Gas & Electric Co. | Investor-owned utility | 36.47¢ | $169 | 1.74M | 273 |
Power outages in Monterey County right now
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Outage history in Monterey County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 1,145 | 699 |
| Days with outages | 82 | 82 |
| Most customers out at once | 41,884 (21.4%) | 22,739 (11.6%) |
| Worst day | 2024-12-14 | 2025-12-25 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (1,145 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Del Monte Forest 36.5¢
- Monterey 36.5¢
- Pacific Grove 36.5¢
- Seaside 36.5¢
- Del Rey Oaks 36.5¢
- Carmel Valley Village 36.5¢
- Marina 36.5¢
- Boronda 36.5¢
- Salinas 36.5¢
- Castroville 36.5¢
ZIP codes: 93921, 93922, 93923
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Carmel-by-the-Sea?
Most homes in Carmel-by-the-Sea get power from Pacific Gas & Electric Co., where residential customers pay an average of 36.47¢/kWh including all charges. The California average is 32.99¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢.
What is the average electric bill in Carmel-by-the-Sea?
About $169 a month, based on 464 kWh a month (the average for Pacific Gas & Electric Co. customers) at 36.47¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA?
Pacific Gas & Electric Co. serves Carmel-by-the-Sea.
How often does the power go out in Carmel-by-the-Sea?
In 2025, customers in Monterey County averaged 11 hr 39 min without power. Outages hit 82 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-12-25, when 22,739 customers (11.6%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.