WattBuy’s Guide toElectricity in
Electricity in
Santa Monica
California
California
Here's the average monthly bill, usage, and carbon footprint of residents in Santa Monica
January
$319February
$288lowestMarch
$303April
$306May
$304June
$301July
$302August
$304September
$292October
$323highestNovember
$300December
$297Carbon Emissions
367 lbs CO₂
Monthly Usage
927 kWh
Santa Monica's energy comes from Natural Gas, Solar, Nuclear, Hydroelectric, and Wind. Natural Gas is the largest source of electricity, providing 43% of Santa Monica's energy. Solar is the second largest source, making up 31%. Nuclear provides 10% of the energy in Santa Monica. Hydroelectric provides 8% of the energy in Santa Monica. Wind provides 8% of the energy in Santa Monica.
43%
Natural Gas
31%
Solar
10%
Nuclear
8%
Hydroelectric
8%
Wind
Solar power is on the rise, helping homeowners save on their electricity bills and power their homes sustainably.
967 kWh
Energy generated by average sized system
$12,022
Average system cost
(after federal incentive)
5 years
Payback period
Net metering policies in Santa Monica 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.
| incentive | savings | utility | |
| Refrigerators (purchase) | $75 | Los Angeles Department of Water & Power (LADWP) | See Details |
| Refrigerators (purchase) | $65 | Los Angeles Department of Water & Power (LADWP) | See Details |
| Room Air Conditioning (purchase) | $50 | Los Angeles Department of Water & Power (LADWP) | See Details |
| Smart Thermostats | $75 | Los Angeles Department of Water & Power (LADWP) | See Details |
| Light Bulbs | $3 | Los Angeles Department of Water & Power (LADWP) | See Details |
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