Average Electric Bill in Modesto, CA
What a typical household in Modesto pays per month, the kWh rate behind it, and how it compares — with the data basis stated on the page.
A typical household in Modesto pays about $176.01/month for electricity at roughly 21.78¢/kWh. Basis: Modesto Irrigation District, 2024 annual average (EIA-861).
Bill trend (state level)
Average residential bill in California over 12 months — the rate environment Modesto households pay into.
Where this number comes from
No black box: the utility behind the estimate, or the state fallback.
| Data basis | Modesto Irrigation District, 2024 annual average (EIA-861) |
|---|---|
| Utility | Modesto Irrigation District · 103,650 residential customers |
| State context | California: $164.72/mo average bill |
| Population | ≈ 218,717 (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 Modesto?
Expect roughly $176.01 per month for a typical household in Modesto — based on Modesto Irrigation District annual data (2024), so your bill varies with home size, weather, and usage.
How much is electricity per kWh in Modesto?
About 21.78¢ per kWh (Modesto Irrigation District, 2024 annual). Ratepayers in Modesto pay the utility rate; check your bill for the exact per-kWh breakdown of supply and delivery.
Are bills in Modesto higher or lower than the California average?
Modesto Irrigation District averages $176.01 — above the state average of $164.72.
Sources: EIA-861 2024 (Modesto Irrigation District) · EIA residential retail-sales series (California) · Census 2020 population. See methodology.