Electricity rates in North Highlands, CA
North Highlands (42,694 people, Sacramento County) is served by Sacramento Municipal Util Dist. Homes on Sacramento Municipal Util Dist pay about 19.55¢/kWh, 41% less than the California average.
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Electric companies serving North Highlands
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sacramento Municipal Util Dist | Public power district | 19.55¢ | $130 | 601K | 50 |
Power outages in Sacramento County right now
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Outage history in Sacramento County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 288 | 80 |
| Days with outages | 30 | 31 |
| Most customers out at once | 207,107 (33.1%) | 25,268 (4%) |
| Worst day | 2024-02-05 | 2025-08-24 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (288 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Foothill Farms 19.6¢
- Antelope 36.5¢
- Rio Linda 19.6¢
- Citrus Heights 19.6¢
- Elverta 36.5¢
- Carmichael 19.6¢
- Arden-Arcade 19.6¢
- Fair Oaks 19.6¢
- Roseville 36.5¢
- Rancho Cordova 19.6¢
ZIP codes: 95660
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in North Highlands?
Most homes in North Highlands get power from Sacramento Municipal Util Dist, where residential customers pay an average of 19.55¢/kWh including all charges. The California average is 32.99¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢.
What is the average electric bill in North Highlands?
About $130 a month, based on 663 kWh a month (the average for Sacramento Municipal Util Dist customers) at 19.55¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in North Highlands, CA?
Sacramento Municipal Util Dist serves North Highlands.
How often does the power go out in North Highlands?
In 2025, customers in Sacramento County averaged 80 min without power. Outages hit 31 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-08-24, when 25,268 customers (4%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.