Electricity rates in Merced, CA
Merced (82,436 people, Merced County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Merced Irrigation District pay about 24.49¢/kWh, 26% less than the California average.
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Electric companies serving Merced
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Merced Irrigation District | Public power district | 24.49¢ | $146 | 12K | — |
| Pacific Gas & Electric Co. | Investor-owned utility | 36.47¢ | $169 | 1.74M | 273 |
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
- Atwater 36.5¢
- Planada 36.5¢
- Winton 36.5¢
- Le Grand 36.5¢
- Livingston 36.5¢
- Chowchilla 36.5¢
- Delhi 18.0¢
- Hilmar-Irwin 18.0¢
- Fairmead 36.5¢
- Denair 36.5¢
ZIP codes: 95340, 95341, 95343, 95344, 95348
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Merced?
Most homes in Merced get power from Merced Irrigation District, where residential customers pay an average of 24.49¢/kWh including all charges. The California average is 32.99¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Merced: Pacific Gas & Electric Co. (36.47¢).
What is the average electric bill in Merced?
About $146 a month, based on 597 kWh a month (the average for Merced Irrigation District customers) at 24.49¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Merced, CA?
2 utilities serve Merced's ZIP codes: Merced Irrigation District, Pacific Gas & Electric Co.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Merced?
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.