Why PG&E Electricity Is So Expensive
PG&E customers pay among the highest residential electricity rates in the United States. This isn't opinion — it's public data. Understanding why helps you make informed decisions about your energy future.
“I've spent nearly 20 years helping homeowners understand their biggest expenses. Electricity is now the second-largest household cost after your mortgage. It deserves the same financial scrutiny.”
— Peter Galvez, The Sun Broker
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PG&E residential rates have increased an average of 7% per year over the past decade.
Infrastructure maintenance, wildfire liability, and grid modernization drive costs higher each year.
Time-of-Use pricing means evening electricity costs significantly more than midday production.
Solar locks in your energy cost while utility rates continue to climb.
Myth Busters
Myth: PG&E rates will stabilize soon. Reality: No utility rate decrease has ever been sustained long-term.
Myth: Solar is only for wealthy homeowners. Reality: Most solar installations cost less per month than current electric bills.
Myth: The government will regulate rates down. Reality: Rate increases are approved by the CPUC regularly.