PG&E (Pacific Gas and Electric) Electricity Rate per kWh in 2026
Residential Rate
35.12¢
Commercial
24.87¢
Customers
5.5M
Rate Type
tou
About PG&E
PG&E (Pacific Gas and Electric) serves approximately 5.5 million residential customers across CA. The current residential rate is 35.12 cents per kWh as of April 2026.
Service area: Northern and Central California (45 of 58 counties), serving San Francisco, Sacramento, San Jose corridor
Parent company: PG&E Corporation
Recent rate case: CPUC approved 2026 base-services-charge introduction; per-kWh rates shifting
Time-of-Use Rate Schedule
Peak Hours
58¢/kWh
4pm-9pm daily
Off-Peak
22¢/kWh
All other times
TOU saves money when you shift usage to off-peak. Charge EVs after 9pm. Run dishwasher and dryer after 9pm. Pre-cool home before 4pm. Full TOU guide ->
Sample Monthly Bill
900 kWh (national avg) x 35.12c + $15 fixed$331.08/mo
1,100 kWh (higher usage) x 35.12c + $15 fixed$401.32/mo
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Californiaelectricity rate ->Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current PG&E rate per kWh?+
PG&E (Pacific Gas and Electric) charges 35.12 cents per kWh for residential customers as of April 2026, sourced from the utility's current tariff schedule. The commercial rate is 24.87c/kWh. The monthly fixed customer charge is $15 regardless of usage.
What rate structure does PG&E use?+
PG&E (Pacific Gas and Electric) uses a tou rate structure. Time-of-Use rates charge 58c/kWh during peak hours (4pm-9pm daily) and 22c/kWh during off-peak hours. Customers can save money by shifting usage to off-peak periods.
How do I find my PG&E rate on my bill?+
Your electricity bill shows the total kWh consumed and the charges applied. Look for the 'energy charge' or 'supply charge' line item - this is the per-kWh rate times your usage. Delivery charges (transmission and distribution) are listed separately and represent a significant portion of your total rate. The fixed customer charge appears as a flat line item. Your effective combined rate (all charges / total kWh) may differ from the tariff rate due to the fixed charge amortization.
What recent rate changes has PG&E made?+
CPUC approved 2026 base-services-charge introduction; per-kWh rates shifting