Electricity rates in Gold River, CA
Gold River (7,912 people, Sacramento County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Sacramento Municipal Util Dist pay about 19.55¢/kWh, 41% less than the California average.
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Electric companies serving Gold River
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sacramento Municipal Util Dist | Public power district | 19.55¢ | $130 | 601K | 50 |
| Pacific Gas & Electric Co. | Investor-owned utility | 36.47¢ | $169 | 1.74M | 273 |
Power outages in Sacramento County right now
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Outage history in Sacramento County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 288 | 80 |
| Days with outages | 30 | 31 |
| Most customers out at once | 207,107 (33.1%) | 25,268 (4%) |
| Worst day | 2024-02-05 | 2025-08-24 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (288 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Fair Oaks 19.6¢
- Orangevale 36.5¢
- Rancho Cordova 19.6¢
- Carmichael 19.6¢
- Folsom 19.6¢
- Citrus Heights 19.6¢
- Foothill Farms 19.6¢
- Antelope 36.5¢
- La Riviera 19.6¢
- Arden-Arcade 19.6¢
ZIP codes: 95628, 95670, 95742
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Gold River?
Most homes in Gold River get power from Sacramento Municipal Util Dist, where residential customers pay an average of 19.55¢/kWh including all charges. The California average is 32.99¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Gold River: Pacific Gas & Electric Co. (36.47¢).
What is the average electric bill in Gold River?
About $130 a month, based on 663 kWh a month (the average for Sacramento Municipal Util Dist customers) at 19.55¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Gold River, CA?
2 utilities serve Gold River's ZIP codes: Sacramento Municipal Util Dist, Pacific Gas & Electric Co.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Gold River?
In 2025, customers in Sacramento County averaged 80 min without power. Outages hit 31 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-08-24, when 25,268 customers (4%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.