Average Electric Bill in Los Angeles, CA
What a typical household in Los Angeles pays per month, the kWh rate behind it, and how it compares — with the data basis stated on the page.
A typical household in Los Angeles pays about $115.63/month for electricity at roughly 23.84¢/kWh. Basis: Los Angeles Department of Water & Power, 2024 annual average (EIA-861).
Bill trend (state level)
Average residential bill in California over 12 months — the rate environment Los Angeles households pay into.
Where this number comes from
No black box: the utility behind the estimate, or the state fallback.
| Data basis | Los Angeles Department of Water & Power, 2024 annual average (EIA-861) |
|---|---|
| Utility | Los Angeles Department of Water & Power · 1,410,191 residential customers |
| State context | California: $164.72/mo average bill |
| Population | ≈ 3,899,000 (2020 Census, approx.) |
Your actual bill depends on home size, heating/cooling, and usage — the averages here are the benchmark, not your invoice.
Common questions
What is the average electric bill in Los Angeles?
Expect roughly $115.63 per month for a typical household in Los Angeles — based on Los Angeles Department of Water & Power annual data (2024), so your bill varies with home size, weather, and usage.
How much is electricity per kWh in Los Angeles?
About 23.84¢ per kWh (Los Angeles Department of Water & Power, 2024 annual). Ratepayers in Los Angeles pay the utility rate; check your bill for the exact per-kWh breakdown of supply and delivery.
Are bills in Los Angeles higher or lower than the California average?
Los Angeles Department of Water & Power averages $115.63 — below the state average of $164.72.
Sources: EIA-861 2024 (Los Angeles Department of Water & Power) · EIA residential retail-sales series (California) · Census 2020 population. See methodology.