Solar Energy in the Central Valley
The Central Valley is California's agriculture heartland and a solar powerhouse. Residents pay 41.5¢ per kWh on average to PG&E, with peak rates spiking to 55-67¢ during summer months. A typical Central Valley household spends $2,800-3,500 annually on electricity — but solar combined with a fixed-rate power purchase agreement can reduce that by 30-50%.
Service Area
Covering Central Valley towns and cities served by PG&E and local utilities: Fresno, Sacramento, Stockton, and beyond.
Homeowners Only
Program available for owner-occupied homes. Renters should contact their landlord.
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Why Central Valley Homeowners Are Switching to Solar
- •Exceptional solar production: The Central Valley experiences 6.0+ peak sun hours daily on average, with clear dry conditions ideal for year-round solar generation.
- •PG&E rates climbing steeply: Rates have increased 15-20% over three years, with further increases locked in through 2028. A fixed solar rate shields you from future volatility.
- •Hot summers demand AC: Central Valley summers push cooling costs to their peak. Your solar system generates the most power exactly when you need (and use) electricity most.
- •Zero-down Power Purchase Agreement: No upfront cost. Pay a fixed monthly rate for all solar electricity your system produces. Central Valley homes typically save $100-180/month immediately.
Solar in Central Valley Cities
Bakersfield
$330/mo avg bill
SCE service area
Fresno
$310/mo avg bill
PG&E service area
Stockton
$295/mo avg bill
PG&E service area
Merced
$290/mo avg bill
PG&E service area
Manteca
$285/mo avg bill
PG&E service area
Modesto
$280/mo avg bill
PG&E service area
Visalia
$270/mo avg bill
SCE service area
Chico
$260/mo avg bill
PG&E service area
Salinas
$225/mo avg bill
PG&E service area
San Luis Obispo
$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
Lodi
$180/mo avg bill
Lodi Electric service area
Rancho Cordova
$155/mo avg bill
SMUD service area
Sacramento
$149/mo avg bill
SMUD service area
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