Electricity rates in Vista, CA
Vista (100,890 people, San Diego 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 Vista
| 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 San Diego County right now
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Outage history in San Diego County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 240 | 228 |
| Days with outages | 13 | 20 |
| Most customers out at once | 51,858 (3.8%) | 20,338 (1.5%) |
| Worst day | 2024-12-10 | 2025-07-01 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (240 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- San Marcos 47.1¢
- Bonsall 47.1¢
- Carlsbad 47.1¢
- Hidden Meadows 47.1¢
- Oceanside 47.1¢
- Camp Pendleton South 47.1¢
- Camp Pendleton North 47.1¢
- Escondido —
- Encinitas 47.1¢
- Valley Center 47.1¢
ZIP codes: 92081, 92083, 92084, 92085
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Vista?
Most homes in Vista 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 Vista?
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 Vista, CA?
San Diego Gas & Electric Co. serves Vista.
How often does the power go out in Vista?
In 2025, customers in San Diego County averaged 3 hr 48 min without power. Outages hit 20 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-07-01, when 20,338 customers (1.5%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.