Electricity rates in Carson, CA
Carson (93,281 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 Carson
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southern California Edison Co. | Investor-owned utility | 33.11¢ | $157 | 3.26M | 545 |
| Los Angeles Department of Water & Power | Municipal utility | 27.65¢ | $130 | 1.42M | 408 |
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
- West Carson 33.1¢
- Lomita 33.1¢
- Torrance 33.1¢
- Gardena 33.1¢
- West Rancho Dominguez 33.1¢
- Alondra Park 33.1¢
- Rolling Hills Estates 33.1¢
- Lawndale 33.1¢
- Compton 33.1¢
- Willowbrook 33.1¢
ZIP codes: 90745, 90746, 90747, 90749, 90895
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Carson?
Most homes in Carson 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 Carson: Los Angeles Department of Water & Power (27.65¢).
What is the average electric bill in Carson?
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 Carson, CA?
2 utilities serve Carson's ZIP codes: Southern California Edison Co., Los Angeles Department of Water & Power. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Carson?
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.