WattBuy’s Guide toElectricity in
Electricity in
Encinitas
California
California
Here's the average monthly bill, usage, and carbon footprint of residents in Encinitas
January
$292highestFebruary
$264March
$270April
$279May
$274June
$273July
$278August
$278September
$263lowestOctober
$292highestNovember
$272December
$282Carbon Emissions
361 lbs CO₂
Monthly Usage
913 kWh
Encinitas's energy comes from Natural Gas, Solar, Nuclear, Hydroelectric, and Wind. Natural Gas is the largest source of electricity, providing 44% of Encinitas's energy. Solar is the second largest source, making up 33%. Nuclear provides 8% of the energy in Encinitas. Hydroelectric provides 8% of the energy in Encinitas. Wind provides 6% of the energy in Encinitas.
44%
Natural Gas
33%
Solar
8%
Nuclear
8%
Hydroelectric
6%
Wind
Solar power is on the rise, helping homeowners save on their electricity bills and power their homes sustainably.
1,476 kWh
Energy generated by average sized system
$12,934
Average system cost
(after federal incentive)
5 years
Payback period
Net metering policies in Encinitas can help solar panel owners save money and reduce their carbon footprint. When your solar panels generate more electricity than you use, you can send the excess back to the grid and receive credit on your next bill. Just something to keep in mind when considering solar panels.
San Diego Gas & Electric Co has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| COST-BASED DOMESTIC TIME-OF-USE FOR HOUSEHOLDS WITH ELECTRIC VEHICLES | TOU | 12¢ to 68¢ |
| RESIDENTIAL TIME-OF-USE - DR1 | TOU | 25¢ to 71¢ |
| RESIDENTIAL - TIME OF USE SERVICE - DR | TOU | 32¢ to 57¢ |
| DOMESTIC TIME-OF-USE FOR HOUSEHOLDS WITH ELECTRIC VEHICLES | TOU | 25¢ to 69¢ |
| RESIDENTIAL TIME-OF-USE - DR2 All Electric | TOU | 32¢ to 61¢ |
| DOMESTIC TIME-OF-USE FOR HOUSEHOLDS WITH ELECTRIC VEHICLES, ENERGY STORAGE, OR ELECTRIC HEAT PUMPS | TOU | 29¢ to 60¢ |
| DOMESTIC TIME-OF-USE FOR ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING | TOU | 25¢ to 69¢ |
| RESIDENTIAL SERVICE - DR All Electric | Fixed | 40¢ to 51¢ |
| RESIDENTIAL SERVICE - DR | Fixed | 40¢ to 51¢ |
| RESIDENTIAL TIME-OF-USE - DR2 | TOU | 32¢ to 61¢ |
| EV-TOU-5 CARE | TOU | 7¢ to 45¢ |
| DOMESTIC TIME-OF-USE FOR HOUSEHOLDS WITH A SOLAR ENERGY SYSTEM | TOU | 33¢ to 66¢ |
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