Electricity rates in Golden Hills, CA
Golden Hills (8,656 people, Kern 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 Golden Hills
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southern California Edison Co. | Investor-owned utility | 33.11¢ | $157 | 3.26M | 545 |
| Pacific Gas & Electric Co. | Investor-owned utility | 36.47¢ | $169 | 1.74M | 273 |
Power outages in Kern County right now
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Outage history in Kern County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 274 | 338 |
| Days with outages | 65 | 105 |
| Most customers out at once | 19,305 (4.9%) | 79,327 (20.1%) |
| Worst day | 2024-02-04 | 2025-01-09 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (274 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Tehachapi 33.1¢
- Bear Valley Springs 33.1¢
- Mojave 33.1¢
- Arvin 33.1¢
- Weedpatch 36.5¢
- Lamont 36.5¢
- Rosamond 33.1¢
- California City 33.1¢
- Lebec 33.1¢
- Bodfish 33.1¢
ZIP codes: 93561, 93581
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Golden Hills?
Most homes in Golden Hills 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 Golden Hills: Pacific Gas & Electric Co. (36.47¢).
What is the average electric bill in Golden Hills?
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 Golden Hills, CA?
2 utilities serve Golden Hills's ZIP codes: Southern California Edison Co., Pacific Gas & Electric Co.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Golden Hills?
In 2025, customers in Kern County averaged 5 hr 38 min without power. Outages hit 105 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-01-09, when 79,327 customers (20.1%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.