Solar Energy in the Bay Area
Bay Area homeowners served by PG&E pay an average of 41.5¢ per kWh, among the highest in the nation. With peak time-of-use rates reaching 55-67¢, a typical Bay Area household spends $3,500+ annually on electricity — but solar combined with a fixed-rate agreement can reduce that by 30-50%.
Service Area
Serving Bay Area homeowners on PG&E: San Jose, San Francisco, Oakland, Fremont, and surrounding communities.
Homeowners Only
Program available for owner-occupied homes. Renters should contact their landlord.
Next Step
Enter your address and current bill, then schedule your free 15-minute savings assessment.
Why Bay Area Homeowners Are Switching to Solar
- •PG&E rates are among the highest in America: The Bay Area pays significantly more per kWh than the national average, with continued increases locked in through 2028.
- •Growing fixed charges: PG&E added a $24/month fixed charge nationwide. Locking in a fixed solar payment shields you from future rate volatility.
- •Excellent solar production: Bay Area cities enjoy 5.2-5.8 peak sun hours daily on average, with clear weather patterns ideal for year-round solar generation.
- •No money down PPA: Qualify for a Power Purchase Agreement where you pay a fixed monthly rate for solar electricity. Most Bay Area homes save $100-200/month immediately.
Solar in Bay Area Cities
Pleasanton
$290/mo avg bill
PG&E service area
San Jose
$285/mo avg bill
PG&E service area
Livermore
$285/mo avg bill
PG&E service area
Mountain View
$275/mo avg bill
PG&E service area
Fremont
$270/mo avg bill
PG&E service area
Sunnyvale
$270/mo avg bill
PG&E service area
Walnut Creek
$265/mo avg bill
PG&E service area
Hayward
$260/mo avg bill
PG&E service area
Santa Rosa
$250/mo avg bill
PG&E service area
Oakland
$240/mo avg bill
PG&E service area
San Mateo
$240/mo avg bill
PG&E service area
Richmond
$230/mo avg bill
PG&E service area
Half Moon Bay
$230/mo avg bill
PG&E service area
Salinas
$225/mo avg bill
PG&E service area
San Francisco
$220/mo avg bill
PG&E service area
Watsonville
$220/mo avg bill
PG&E service area
Aptos
$215/mo avg bill
PG&E service area
Santa Cruz
$210/mo avg bill
PG&E service area
Seaside
$210/mo avg bill
PG&E service area
Marina
$205/mo avg bill
PG&E service area
Monterey
$200/mo avg bill
PG&E service area
Pacific Grove
$200/mo avg bill
PG&E service area
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