SDG&E (San Diego Gas and Electric) Electricity Rate per kWh in 2026
Residential Rate
40.23¢
Commercial
28.54¢
Customers
1.5M
Rate Type
tou
About SDG&E
SDG&E (San Diego Gas and Electric) serves approximately 1.5 million residential customers across CA. The current residential rate is 40.23 cents per kWh as of April 2026.
Service area: San Diego County and southern Orange County
Parent company: Sempra Energy
Recent rate case: 2025 CPUC GRC - approved multi-year rate path through 2028
Time-of-Use Rate Schedule
Peak Hours
65¢/kWh
4pm-9pm (summer) / 4pm-9pm (winter, optional)
Off-Peak
24¢/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 40.23c + $11 fixed$373.07/mo
1,100 kWh (higher usage) x 40.23c + $11 fixed$453.53/mo
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Californiaelectricity rate ->Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current SDG&E rate per kWh?+
SDG&E (San Diego Gas and Electric) charges 40.23 cents per kWh for residential customers as of April 2026, sourced from the utility's current tariff schedule. The commercial rate is 28.54c/kWh. The monthly fixed customer charge is $11 regardless of usage.
What rate structure does SDG&E use?+
SDG&E (San Diego Gas and Electric) uses a tou rate structure. Time-of-Use rates charge 65c/kWh during peak hours (4pm-9pm (summer) / 4pm-9pm (winter, optional)) and 24c/kWh during off-peak hours. Customers can save money by shifting usage to off-peak periods.
How do I find my SDG&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 SDG&E made?+
2025 CPUC GRC - approved multi-year rate path through 2028