Electricity rates in Chico, CA
Chico (121,345 people, Butte 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 Chico
| 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 Butte County right now
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Outage history in Butte County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 1,139 | 407 |
| Days with outages | 100 | 75 |
| Most customers out at once | 43,533 (48.1%) | 9,982 (11%) |
| Worst day | 2024-02-05 | 2025-12-25 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (1,139 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Durham 36.5¢
- Hamilton City 36.5¢
- Paradise 36.5¢
- Forest Ranch 36.5¢
- Magalia 36.5¢
- Orland 36.5¢
- Thermalito 36.5¢
- Oroville 36.5¢
- Corning 36.5¢
- Biggs 36.5¢
ZIP codes: 95926, 95927, 95928, 95929, 95973, 95976
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Chico?
Most homes in Chico 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 Chico?
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 Chico, CA?
Pacific Gas & Electric Co. serves Chico.
How often does the power go out in Chico?
In 2025, customers in Butte County averaged 6 hr 47 min without power. Outages hit 75 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-12-25, when 9,982 customers (11%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.