Electricity rates in Lake Forest, CA
Lake Forest (82,492 people, Orange 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 Lake Forest
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southern California Edison Co. | Investor-owned utility | 33.11¢ | $157 | 3.26M | 545 |
| San Diego Gas & Electric Co. | Investor-owned utility | 47.15¢ | $173 | 284K | 130 |
Power outages in Orange County right now
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Outage history in Orange County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 155 | 209 |
| Days with outages | 11 | 13 |
| Most customers out at once | 21,187 (1.7%) | 253,449 (20.2%) |
| Worst day | 2024-10-13 | 2025-01-08 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (155 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Laguna Hills 33.1¢
- Laguna Woods 33.1¢
- Mission Viejo 47.1¢
- Rancho Santa Margarita 33.1¢
- Las Flores 47.1¢
- Trabuco Canyon 33.1¢
- Aliso Viejo 33.1¢
- Ladera Ranch 33.1¢
- Coto De Caza 33.1¢
- Turtle Rock 33.1¢
ZIP codes: 92630
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Lake Forest?
Most homes in Lake Forest 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 Lake Forest: San Diego Gas & Electric Co. (47.15¢).
What is the average electric bill in Lake Forest?
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 Lake Forest, CA?
2 utilities serve Lake Forest's ZIP codes: Southern California Edison Co., San Diego Gas & Electric Co.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Lake Forest?
In 2025, customers in Orange County averaged 3 hr 29 min without power. Outages hit 13 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-01-08, when 253,449 customers (20.2%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.