Electricity rates in Williams, CA
Williams (5,196 people, Colusa County) is served by Pacific Gas & Electric Co.. Homes on Pacific Gas & Electric Co. pay about 36.47¢/kWh, 11% more than the California average.
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Electric companies serving Williams
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pacific Gas & Electric Co. | Investor-owned utility | 36.47¢ | $169 | 1.74M | 273 |
Power outages in Colusa County right now
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Outage history in Colusa County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 1,054 | 633 |
| Days with outages | 96 | 53 |
| Most customers out at once | 2,249 (22.6%) | 7,082 (71%) |
| Worst day | 2024-08-03 | 2025-11-25 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (1,054 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 95987
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Williams?
Most homes in Williams 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¢.
What is the average electric bill in Williams?
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 Williams, CA?
Pacific Gas & Electric Co. serves Williams.
How often does the power go out in Williams?
In 2025, customers in Colusa County averaged 10 hr 33 min without power. Outages hit 53 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-11-25, when 7,082 customers (71%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.