Electricity rates in Herald, CA
Herald (1,184 people, Sacramento County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Pacific Gas & Electric Co. pay about 36.47¢/kWh, 11% more than the California average.
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Electric companies serving Herald
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pacific Gas & Electric Co. | Investor-owned utility | 36.47¢ | $169 | 1.74M | 273 |
| Sacramento Municipal Util Dist | Public power district | 19.55¢ | $130 | 601K | 50 |
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
- Galt 36.5¢
- Clay 36.5¢
- Collierville 36.5¢
- Wilton 19.6¢
- Dogtown 36.5¢
- Woodbridge 36.5¢
- Elk Grove 19.6¢
- Lockeford 36.5¢
- Thornton 36.5¢
- Lodi 23.1¢
ZIP codes: 95638
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Herald?
Most homes in Herald 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¢. Other utilities serving parts of Herald: Sacramento Municipal Util Dist (19.55¢).
What is the average electric bill in Herald?
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 Herald, CA?
2 utilities serve Herald's ZIP codes: Pacific Gas & Electric Co., Sacramento Municipal Util Dist. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Herald?
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.