Electricity rates in Madera, CA
Madera (64,208 people, Madera 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 Madera
| 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 Madera County right now
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Outage history in Madera County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 315 | 435 |
| Days with outages | 95 | 75 |
| Most customers out at once | 4,312 (6.3%) | 13,689 (20%) |
| Worst day | 2024-06-06 | 2025-08-23 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (315 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Parksdale 36.5¢
- Parkwood 36.5¢
- Madera Acres 36.5¢
- Bonadelle Ranchos-Madera Ranchos 36.5¢
- Fairmead 36.5¢
- Biola 36.5¢
- Chowchilla 36.5¢
- Kerman 36.5¢
- Old Fig Garden 36.5¢
- West Park 36.5¢
ZIP codes: 93636, 93637, 93638, 93639
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Madera?
Most homes in Madera 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 Madera?
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 Madera, CA?
Pacific Gas & Electric Co. serves Madera.
How often does the power go out in Madera?
In 2025, customers in Madera County averaged 7 hr 15 min without power. Outages hit 75 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-08-23, when 13,689 customers (20%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.