Electricity rates in San Juan Capistrano, CA
San Juan Capistrano (36,454 people, Orange County) is served by 2 electric utilities. 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 Juan Capistrano
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| San Diego Gas & Electric Co. | Investor-owned utility | 47.15¢ | $173 | 284K | 130 |
| Southern California Edison Co. | Investor-owned utility | 33.11¢ | $157 | 3.26M | 545 |
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
- Laguna Niguel 47.1¢
- Dana Point 47.1¢
- Ladera Ranch 33.1¢
- Aliso Viejo 33.1¢
- San Clemente 47.1¢
- Las Flores 47.1¢
- Mission Viejo 47.1¢
- Laguna Beach 33.1¢
- Laguna Hills 33.1¢
- Coto De Caza 33.1¢
ZIP codes: 92675, 92693
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in San Juan Capistrano?
Most homes in San Juan Capistrano 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¢. Other utilities serving parts of San Juan Capistrano: Southern California Edison Co. (33.11¢).
What is the average electric bill in San Juan Capistrano?
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 Juan Capistrano, CA?
2 utilities serve San Juan Capistrano's ZIP codes: San Diego Gas & Electric Co., Southern California Edison Co.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in San Juan Capistrano?
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.