Electricity rates in Hollister, CA
Hollister (37,462 people, San Benito 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 Hollister
| 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 San Benito County right now
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Outage history in San Benito County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 236 | 331 |
| Days with outages | 53 | 46 |
| Most customers out at once | 6,129 (23%) | 12,335 (46.2%) |
| Worst day | 2024-01-29 | 2025-06-23 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (236 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 95023, 95024
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Hollister?
Most homes in Hollister 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 Hollister?
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 Hollister, CA?
Pacific Gas & Electric Co. serves Hollister.
How often does the power go out in Hollister?
In 2025, customers in San Benito County averaged 5 hr 31 min without power. Outages hit 46 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-23, when 12,335 customers (46.2%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.