Electricity rates in Waterford, CA
Waterford (8,824 people, Stanislaus County) is served by 3 electric utilities. Homes on Pacific Gas & Electric Co. pay about 36.47¢/kWh, 11% more than the California average.
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Electric companies serving Waterford
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pacific Gas & Electric Co. | Investor-owned utility | 36.47¢ | $169 | 1.74M | 273 |
| Modesto Irrigation District | Public power district | 23.49¢ | $177 | 105K | 36 |
| Turlock Irrigation District | Public power district | 18.02¢ | $147 | 81K | 62 |
Power outages in Stanislaus County right now
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Outage history in Stanislaus County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 30 | 23 |
| Days with outages | 10 | 9 |
| Most customers out at once | 13,425 (6.1%) | 5,165 (2.4%) |
| Worst day | 2024-10-23 | 2025-01-11 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (30 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 95386
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Waterford?
Most homes in Waterford get power from Pacific Gas & Electric Co., where residential customers pay an average of 36.47¢/kWh including all charges. The California average is 32.99¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Waterford: Modesto Irrigation District (23.49¢), Turlock Irrigation District (18.02¢).
What is the average electric bill in Waterford?
About $169 a month, based on 464 kWh a month (the average for Pacific Gas & Electric Co. customers) at 36.47¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Waterford, CA?
3 utilities serve Waterford's ZIP codes: Pacific Gas & Electric Co., Modesto Irrigation District, Turlock Irrigation District. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Waterford?
In 2025, customers in Stanislaus County averaged 23 min without power. Outages hit 9 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-01-11, when 5,165 customers (2.4%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.