Average Electric Bill in Santa Clara, CA
What a typical household in Santa Clara pays per month, the kWh rate behind it, and how it compares — with the data basis stated on the page.
A typical household in Santa Clara pays about $71.80/month for electricity at roughly 16.88¢/kWh. Basis: City of Santa Clara - (CA), 2024 annual average (EIA-861).
Bill trend (state level)
Average residential bill in California over 12 months — the rate environment Santa Clara households pay into.
Where this number comes from
No black box: the utility behind the estimate, or the state fallback.
| Data basis | City of Santa Clara - (CA), 2024 annual average (EIA-861) |
|---|---|
| Utility | City of Santa Clara - (CA) · 50,949 residential customers |
| State context | California: $164.72/mo average bill |
| Population | ≈ 128,606 (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 Santa Clara?
Expect roughly $71.80 per month for a typical household in Santa Clara — based on City of Santa Clara - (CA) annual data (2024), so your bill varies with home size, weather, and usage.
How much is electricity per kWh in Santa Clara?
About 16.88¢ per kWh (City of Santa Clara - (CA), 2024 annual). Ratepayers in Santa Clara pay the utility rate; check your bill for the exact per-kWh breakdown of supply and delivery.
Are bills in Santa Clara higher or lower than the California average?
City of Santa Clara - (CA) averages $71.80 — below the state average of $164.72.
Sources: EIA-861 2024 (City of Santa Clara - (CA)) · EIA residential retail-sales series (California) · Census 2020 population. See methodology.