Electricity rates in San Clemente, CA
San Clemente (65,526 people, Orange County) is served by San Diego Gas & Electric Co.. Homes on San Diego Gas & Electric Co. pay about 47.15¢/kWh, 43% more than the California average.
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Electric companies serving San Clemente
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Diego Gas & Electric Co. | Investor-owned utility | 47.15¢ | $173 | 284K | 130 |
Power outages in Orange County right now
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Outage history in Orange County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 155 | 209 |
| Days with outages | 11 | 13 |
| Most customers out at once | 21,187 (1.7%) | 253,449 (20.2%) |
| Worst day | 2024-10-13 | 2025-01-08 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (155 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Dana Point 47.1¢
- San Juan Capistrano 47.1¢
- Laguna Niguel 47.1¢
- Ladera Ranch 33.1¢
- Las Flores 47.1¢
- Aliso Viejo 33.1¢
- Coto De Caza 33.1¢
- Mission Viejo 47.1¢
- Laguna Beach 33.1¢
- Laguna Hills 33.1¢
ZIP codes: 92672, 92673, 92674
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in San Clemente?
Most homes in San Clemente get power from San Diego Gas & Electric Co., where residential customers pay an average of 47.15¢/kWh including all charges. The California average is 32.99¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢.
What is the average electric bill in San Clemente?
About $173 a month, based on 367 kWh a month (the average for San Diego Gas & Electric Co. customers) at 47.15¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in San Clemente, CA?
San Diego Gas & Electric Co. serves San Clemente.
How often does the power go out in San Clemente?
In 2025, customers in Orange County averaged 3 hr 29 min without power. Outages hit 13 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-01-08, when 253,449 customers (20.2%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.