Electricity rates in Le Grand, CA
Le Grand (1,659 people, Merced 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 Le Grand
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pacific Gas & Electric Co. | Investor-owned utility | 36.47¢ | $169 | 1.74M | 273 |
| Merced Irrigation District | Public power district | 24.49¢ | $146 | 12K | — |
Power outages in Merced County right now
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Outage history in Merced County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 498 | 282 |
| Days with outages | 103 | 80 |
| Most customers out at once | 5,756 (10.3%) | 17,949 (32%) |
| Worst day | 2024-02-05 | 2025-03-13 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (498 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Planada 36.5¢
- Chowchilla 36.5¢
- Fairmead 36.5¢
- Merced 24.5¢
- Madera Acres 36.5¢
- Madera 36.5¢
- Atwater 36.5¢
- Winton 36.5¢
- Parksdale 36.5¢
- Mariposa 36.5¢
ZIP codes: 95333
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Le Grand?
Most homes in Le Grand 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 Le Grand: Merced Irrigation District (24.49¢).
What is the average electric bill in Le Grand?
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 Le Grand, CA?
2 utilities serve Le Grand's ZIP codes: Pacific Gas & Electric Co., Merced Irrigation District. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Le Grand?
In 2025, customers in Merced County averaged 4 hr 42 min without power. Outages hit 80 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-03-13, when 17,949 customers (32%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.