SCE (Southern California Edison) Electricity Rate per kWh in 2026
Residential Rate
31.87¢
Commercial
21.43¢
Customers
5.1M
Rate Type
tou
About SCE
SCE (Southern California Edison) serves approximately 5.1 million residential customers across CA. The current residential rate is 31.87 cents per kWh as of April 2026.
Service area: Southern California excluding San Diego area: Los Angeles, Riverside, San Bernardino, Orange, Ventura counties
Parent company: Edison International
Recent rate case: CPUC rate case 2025 - approved 8.2% residential increase
Time-of-Use Rate Schedule
Peak Hours
52¢/kWh
4pm-9pm daily
Off-Peak
20.5¢/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 31.87c + $10 fixed$296.83/mo
1,100 kWh (higher usage) x 31.87c + $10 fixed$360.57/mo
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Californiaelectricity rate ->Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current SCE rate per kWh?+
SCE (Southern California Edison) charges 31.87 cents per kWh for residential customers as of April 2026, sourced from the utility's current tariff schedule. The commercial rate is 21.43c/kWh. The monthly fixed customer charge is $10 regardless of usage.
What rate structure does SCE use?+
SCE (Southern California Edison) uses a tou rate structure. Time-of-Use rates charge 52c/kWh during peak hours (4pm-9pm daily) and 20.5c/kWh during off-peak hours. Customers can save money by shifting usage to off-peak periods.
How do I find my SCE 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 SCE made?+
CPUC rate case 2025 - approved 8.2% residential increase