2026 Rankings

Highest Energy Costs ZIP Codes in California — 2026

Last updated: October 15, 2026

2,630 ZIP codes ranked by Electricity Rate #1: ZIP 90001 (Los Angeles, CA) - 33.6 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 33.6 c/kWh
Median value 33.6 c/kWh
State California

Top 100 Worst ZIP Codes

Rank ZIP Code City State Electricity Rate Safety Score
1 90001 Los Angeles CA 33.6 c/kWh 75/100
2 90002 Los Angeles CA 33.6 c/kWh 75/100
3 90003 Los Angeles CA 33.6 c/kWh 75/100
4 90004 Los Angeles CA 33.6 c/kWh 75/100
5 90005 Los Angeles CA 33.6 c/kWh 75/100
6 90006 Los Angeles CA 33.6 c/kWh 75/100
7 90007 Los Angeles CA 33.6 c/kWh 75/100
8 90008 Los Angeles CA 33.6 c/kWh 75/100
9 90010 Los Angeles CA 33.6 c/kWh 75/100
10 90011 Los Angeles CA 33.6 c/kWh 75/100
11 90012 Los Angeles CA 33.6 c/kWh 75/100
12 90013 Los Angeles CA 33.6 c/kWh 75/100
13 90014 Los Angeles CA 33.6 c/kWh 75/100
14 90015 Los Angeles CA 33.6 c/kWh 75/100
15 90016 Los Angeles CA 33.6 c/kWh 75/100
16 90017 Los Angeles CA 33.6 c/kWh 75/100
17 90018 Los Angeles CA 33.6 c/kWh 75/100
18 90019 Los Angeles CA 33.6 c/kWh 75/100
19 90020 Los Angeles CA 33.6 c/kWh 75/100
20 90021 Los Angeles CA 33.6 c/kWh 75/100
21 90022 Los Angeles CA 33.6 c/kWh 58/100
22 90023 Los Angeles CA 33.6 c/kWh 58/100
23 90024 Los Angeles CA 33.6 c/kWh 75/100
24 90025 Los Angeles CA 33.6 c/kWh 75/100
25 90026 Los Angeles CA 33.6 c/kWh 75/100
26 90027 Los Angeles CA 33.6 c/kWh 75/100
27 90028 Los Angeles CA 33.6 c/kWh 75/100
28 90029 Los Angeles CA 33.6 c/kWh 75/100
29 90031 Los Angeles CA 33.6 c/kWh 75/100
30 90032 Los Angeles CA 33.6 c/kWh 58/100
31 90033 Los Angeles CA 33.6 c/kWh 58/100
32 90034 Los Angeles CA 33.6 c/kWh 75/100
33 90035 Los Angeles CA 33.6 c/kWh 75/100
34 90036 Los Angeles CA 33.6 c/kWh 75/100
35 90037 Los Angeles CA 33.6 c/kWh 75/100
36 90038 Los Angeles CA 33.6 c/kWh 75/100
37 90039 Los Angeles CA 33.6 c/kWh 75/100
38 90040 Los Angeles CA 33.6 c/kWh 58/100
39 90041 Los Angeles CA 33.6 c/kWh 75/100
40 90042 Los Angeles CA 33.6 c/kWh 75/100
41 90043 Los Angeles CA 33.6 c/kWh 75/100
42 90044 Los Angeles CA 33.6 c/kWh 75/100
43 90045 Los Angeles CA 33.6 c/kWh 75/100
44 90046 Los Angeles CA 33.6 c/kWh 75/100
45 90047 Los Angeles CA 33.6 c/kWh 75/100
46 90048 Los Angeles CA 33.6 c/kWh 74/100
47 90049 Los Angeles CA 33.6 c/kWh 75/100
48 90056 Los Angeles CA 33.6 c/kWh 75/100
49 90057 Los Angeles CA 33.6 c/kWh 75/100
50 90058 Los Angeles CA 33.6 c/kWh 58/100
51 90059 Los Angeles CA 33.6 c/kWh 58/100
52 90061 Los Angeles CA 33.6 c/kWh 75/100
53 90062 Los Angeles CA 33.6 c/kWh 75/100
54 90063 Los Angeles CA 33.6 c/kWh 58/100
55 90064 Los Angeles CA 33.6 c/kWh 75/100
56 90065 Los Angeles CA 33.6 c/kWh 75/100
57 90066 Los Angeles CA 33.6 c/kWh 75/100
58 90067 Los Angeles CA 33.6 c/kWh 74/100
59 90068 Los Angeles CA 33.6 c/kWh 75/100
60 90069 West Hollywood CA 33.6 c/kWh 74/100
61 90071 Los Angeles CA 33.6 c/kWh 75/100
62 90073 Los Angeles CA 33.6 c/kWh —
63 90077 Los Angeles CA 33.6 c/kWh 75/100
64 90089 Los Angeles CA 33.6 c/kWh —
65 90094 Playa Vista CA 33.6 c/kWh 75/100
66 90201 Bell Gardens CA 33.6 c/kWh 58/100

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: 2026-10-15.

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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