2026 Rankings

Highest Energy Costs ZIP Codes in California — 2026

Last updated: June 4, 2026

2,630 ZIP codes ranked by Electricity Rate #1: ZIP 90001 (Los Angeles, CA) — 30.3 c/kWh
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Out of 2,630 ZIP codes with data in California, these are the highest-ranked areas for electricity rate. See also: National ZIP Codes with Highest Energy Costs | All California Rankings

Statistic Value
ZIP codes ranked 2,630
Highest value 30.3 c/kWh
Median value 30.3 c/kWh
State California

Top 100 Worst ZIP Codes

Rank ZIP Code City State Electricity Rate Safety Score
1 90001 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 78/100
2 90002 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 78/100
3 90003 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 79/100
4 90004 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 74/100
5 90005 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 74/100
6 90006 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 79/100
7 90007 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 79/100
8 90008 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 74/100
9 90009 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 78/100
10 90010 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 79/100
11 90011 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 78/100
12 90012 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 78/100
13 90013 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 79/100
14 90014 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 74/100
15 90015 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 79/100
16 90016 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 69/100
17 90017 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 79/100
18 90018 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 79/100
19 90019 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 69/100
20 90020 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 79/100
21 90021 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 78/100
22 90022 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 79/100
23 90023 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 78/100
24 90024 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 74/100
25 90025 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 74/100
26 90026 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 79/100
27 90027 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 74/100
28 90028 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 79/100
29 90029 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 74/100
30 90030 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 79/100
31 90031 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 79/100
32 90032 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 79/100
33 90033 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 79/100
34 90034 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 74/100
35 90035 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 69/100
36 90036 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 74/100
37 90037 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 78/100
38 90038 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 79/100
39 90039 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 74/100
40 90040 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 79/100
41 90041 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 74/100
42 90042 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 74/100
43 90043 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 74/100
44 90044 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 79/100
45 90045 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 79/100
46 90046 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 64/100
47 90047 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 69/100
48 90048 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 69/100
49 90049 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 64/100
50 90050 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 78/100
51 90051 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 79/100
52 90052 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 78/100
53 90053 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 78/100
54 90054 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 79/100
55 90055 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 78/100
56 90056 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 79/100
57 90057 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 78/100
58 90058 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 78/100
59 90059 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 79/100
60 90060 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 78/100
61 90061 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 79/100
62 90062 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 79/100
63 90063 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 79/100
64 90064 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 74/100
65 90065 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 74/100
66 90066 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 74/100
67 90067 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 74/100
68 90068 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 69/100
69 90069 West Hollywood CA 30.3 c/kWh 50/100
70 90070 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 78/100
71 90071 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 79/100
72 90072 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 78/100
73 90073 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 78/100
74 90074 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 78/100
75 90075 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 78/100
76 90076 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 78/100
77 90077 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 64/100
78 90078 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 79/100
79 90079 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 78/100
80 90080 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 78/100
81 90081 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 78/100
82 90082 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 78/100
83 90083 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 78/100
84 90084 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 79/100
85 90086 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 78/100
86 90087 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 78/100
87 90088 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 78/100
88 90089 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 78/100
89 90090 Dodgertown CA 30.3 c/kWh 53/100
90 90091 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 78/100
91 90093 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 78/100
92 90094 Playa Vista CA 30.3 c/kWh 53/100
93 90095 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 78/100
94 90096 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 78/100
95 90099 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 78/100
96 90101 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 78/100
97 90103 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 78/100
98 90189 Los Angeles CA 30.3 c/kWh 78/100
99 90201 Bell Gardens CA 30.3 c/kWh 75/100
100 90202 Bell CA 30.3 c/kWh 53/100

Methodology

Energy cost rankings use EIA residential electricity rate data by utility service area, mapped to ZIP codes. Rates are in cents per kilowatt-hour (c/kWh). The national average is approximately 16-17 c/kWh. High energy costs combined with older housing stock indicate significant homeowner burden.

Data sources: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS), FEMA National Flood Insurance Program, EPA radon zone maps, EIA electricity rates, and Consumer Confidence Reports. Last updated: 2026-06-04.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why are energy costs included in home safety?

Energy burden is a key factor in home affordability and livability. ZIP codes with high electricity rates and older housing stock face compounding costs: higher bills, more expensive repairs, and greater risk of deferred maintenance that leads to safety hazards.

How can homeowners reduce energy costs?

Federal and state rebates are available for insulation, heat pumps, weatherization, and solar panels. The Inflation Reduction Act provides up to $14,000 in home energy rebates. Check energystar.gov/rebates for eligibility.

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