Electricity rates in Hidden Meadows, CA
Hidden Meadows (3,485 people, San Diego County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on San Diego Gas & Electric Co. pay about 47.15¢/kWh, 43% more than the California average.
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Electric companies serving Hidden Meadows
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Diego Gas & Electric Co. | Investor-owned utility | 47.15¢ | $173 | 284K | 130 |
| City of Escondido | Municipal utility | — | — | 0 | — |
Power outages in San Diego County right now
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Outage history in San Diego County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 240 | 228 |
| Days with outages | 13 | 20 |
| Most customers out at once | 51,858 (3.8%) | 20,338 (1.5%) |
| Worst day | 2024-12-10 | 2025-07-01 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (240 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Valley Center 47.1¢
- San Marcos 47.1¢
- Escondido —
- Vista 47.1¢
- Bonsall 47.1¢
- Rainbow 33.1¢
- Fallbrook 47.1¢
- Camp Pendleton North 47.1¢
- Carlsbad 47.1¢
- Rancho Santa Fe 47.1¢
ZIP codes: 92026
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Hidden Meadows?
Most homes in Hidden Meadows get power from San Diego Gas & Electric Co., where residential customers pay an average of 47.15¢/kWh including all charges. The California average is 32.99¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢.
What is the average electric bill in Hidden Meadows?
About $173 a month, based on 367 kWh a month (the average for San Diego Gas & Electric Co. customers) at 47.15¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Hidden Meadows, CA?
2 utilities serve Hidden Meadows's ZIP codes: San Diego Gas & Electric Co., City of Escondido. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Hidden Meadows?
In 2025, customers in San Diego County averaged 3 hr 48 min without power. Outages hit 20 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-07-01, when 20,338 customers (1.5%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.