WattBuy’s Guide toElectricity in
Electricity in
Rancho Mission Viejo
California
California
Here's the average monthly bill, usage, and carbon footprint of residents in Rancho Mission Viejo
January
$247February
$231lowestMarch
$241April
$241May
$240June
$231lowestJuly
$240August
$244September
$234October
$245November
$242December
$257highestCarbon Emissions
315 lbs CO₂
Monthly Usage
796 kWh
Rancho Mission Viejo's energy comes from Natural Gas, Solar, Nuclear, Hydroelectric, and Wind. Natural Gas is the largest source of electricity, providing 44% of Rancho Mission Viejo's energy. Solar is the second largest source, making up 30%. Nuclear provides 10% of the energy in Rancho Mission Viejo. Hydroelectric provides 10% of the energy in Rancho Mission Viejo. Wind provides 7% of the energy in Rancho Mission Viejo.
44%
Natural Gas
30%
Solar
10%
Nuclear
10%
Hydroelectric
7%
Wind
Solar power is on the rise, helping homeowners save on their electricity bills and power their homes sustainably.
1,800 kWh
Energy generated by average sized system
$13,973
Average system cost
(after federal incentive)
5 years
Payback period
Net metering policies in Rancho Mission Viejo 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 |
| RESIDENTIAL TIME-OF-USE - DR1 | TOU | 25¢ to 71¢ |
| DOMESTIC TIME-OF-USE FOR ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING | TOU | 25¢ to 69¢ |
| RESIDENTIAL - TIME OF USE SERVICE - DR | TOU | 32¢ to 57¢ |
| RESIDENTIAL SERVICE - DR All Electric | Fixed | 40¢ to 51¢ |
| RESIDENTIAL SERVICE - DR | Fixed | 40¢ to 51¢ |
| DOMESTIC TIME-OF-USE FOR HOUSEHOLDS WITH A SOLAR ENERGY SYSTEM | TOU | 33¢ to 66¢ |
| EV-TOU-5 CARE | TOU | 7¢ to 45¢ |
| RESIDENTIAL TIME-OF-USE - DR2 All Electric | TOU | 32¢ to 61¢ |
| RESIDENTIAL TIME-OF-USE - DR2 | TOU | 32¢ to 61¢ |
| DOMESTIC TIME-OF-USE FOR HOUSEHOLDS WITH ELECTRIC VEHICLES, ENERGY STORAGE, OR ELECTRIC HEAT PUMPS | TOU | 29¢ to 60¢ |
| COST-BASED DOMESTIC TIME-OF-USE FOR HOUSEHOLDS WITH ELECTRIC VEHICLES | TOU | 12¢ to 68¢ |
| DOMESTIC TIME-OF-USE FOR HOUSEHOLDS WITH ELECTRIC VEHICLES | TOU | 25¢ to 69¢ |
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