Electricity rates in Modesto, CA
Modesto (211,266 people, Stanislaus County) is served by 3 electric utilities. Homes on Modesto Irrigation District pay about 23.49¢/kWh, 29% less than the California average.
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Electric companies serving Modesto
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Modesto Irrigation District | Public power district | 23.49¢ | $177 | 105K | 36 |
| Pacific Gas & Electric Co. | Investor-owned utility | 36.47¢ | $169 | 1.74M | 273 |
| Turlock Irrigation District | Public power district | 18.02¢ | $147 | 81K | 62 |
Power outages in Stanislaus County right now
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Outage history in Stanislaus County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 30 | 23 |
| Days with outages | 10 | 9 |
| Most customers out at once | 13,425 (6.1%) | 5,165 (2.4%) |
| Worst day | 2024-10-23 | 2025-01-11 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (30 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Bystrom 23.5¢
- West Modesto 23.5¢
- Riverdale Park 23.5¢
- Ceres 23.5¢
- Empire 23.5¢
- Salida 36.5¢
- Keyes 18.0¢
- Del Rio 23.5¢
- Riverbank 36.5¢
- Hughson 23.5¢
ZIP codes: 95350, 95351, 95352, 95353, 95354, 95355, 95356, 95357, 95358, 95397
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Modesto?
Most homes in Modesto get power from Modesto Irrigation District, where residential customers pay an average of 23.49¢/kWh including all charges. The California average is 32.99¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Modesto: Pacific Gas & Electric Co. (36.47¢), Turlock Irrigation District (18.02¢).
What is the average electric bill in Modesto?
About $176 a month, based on 751 kWh a month (the average for Modesto Irrigation District customers) at 23.49¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Modesto, CA?
3 utilities serve Modesto's ZIP codes: Modesto Irrigation District, Pacific Gas & Electric Co., Turlock Irrigation District. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Modesto?
In 2025, customers in Stanislaus County averaged 23 min without power. Outages hit 9 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-01-11, when 5,165 customers (2.4%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.