Electricity rates in Tehachapi, CA
Tehachapi (13,021 people, Kern County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Southern California Edison Co. pay about 33.11¢/kWh, 0% more than the California average.
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Electric companies serving Tehachapi
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southern California Edison Co. | Investor-owned utility | 33.11¢ | $157 | 3.26M | 545 |
| Pacific Gas & Electric Co. | Investor-owned utility | 36.47¢ | $169 | 1.74M | 273 |
Power outages in Kern County right now
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Outage history in Kern County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 274 | 338 |
| Days with outages | 65 | 105 |
| Most customers out at once | 19,305 (4.9%) | 79,327 (20.1%) |
| Worst day | 2024-02-04 | 2025-01-09 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (274 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Golden Hills 33.1¢
- Bear Valley Springs 33.1¢
- Mojave 33.1¢
- Arvin 33.1¢
- Rosamond 33.1¢
- California City 33.1¢
- Weedpatch 36.5¢
- Lamont 36.5¢
- Lebec 33.1¢
- Bodfish 33.1¢
ZIP codes: 93561, 93581
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Tehachapi?
Most homes in Tehachapi get power from Southern California Edison Co., where residential customers pay an average of 33.11¢/kWh including all charges. The California average is 32.99¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Tehachapi: Pacific Gas & Electric Co. (36.47¢).
What is the average electric bill in Tehachapi?
About $157 a month, based on 474 kWh a month (the average for Southern California Edison Co. customers) at 33.11¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Tehachapi, CA?
2 utilities serve Tehachapi's ZIP codes: Southern California Edison Co., Pacific Gas & Electric Co.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Tehachapi?
In 2025, customers in Kern County averaged 5 hr 38 min without power. Outages hit 105 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-01-09, when 79,327 customers (20.1%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.