Solar Energy in the Inland Empire
The Inland Empire experiences some of California's hottest summers and highest solar potential. Residents of Riverside, San Bernardino, and surrounding areas pay 34.5¢ per kWh on average to SCE, with peak rates climbing to 58-74¢. A typical Inland Empire household spends $3,200+ annually on cooling and electricity — solar with a fixed-rate agreement slashes that by 30-50%.
Service Area
Covering Riverside, San Bernardino, and Kern County served by SCE and local utilities.
Homeowners Only
Program available for owner-occupied homes. Renters should contact their landlord.
Next Step
Verify your address and utility account, then schedule a free 15-minute savings consultation.
Why Inland Empire Homeowners Are Going Solar
- •Extreme cooling demands: Summers in the Inland Empire push air conditioning to the limit. SCE rates spike during peak summer hours (2-8 PM), making solar production during peak times exceptionally valuable.
- •Outstanding solar resource: The Inland Empire receives 5.8+ peak sun hours daily on average — among California's best. Your roof is a power plant.
- •SCE's ongoing rate increases: Southern California Edison has already approved rate increases through 2028, plus new $24/month fixed charges. Lock in a lower rate now with solar.
- •Zero down Power Purchase Agreement: No upfront costs. Pay a fixed monthly rate for clean solar electricity. Inland Empire homes typically save $120-200/month from day one.
Solar in Inland Empire Cities
Wildomar
$360/mo avg bill
SCE service area
Corona
$357/mo avg bill
SCE service area
Palm Springs
$350/mo avg bill
SCE service area
Palm Desert
$340/mo avg bill
SCE service area
Bakersfield
$330/mo avg bill
SCE service area
Moreno Valley
$325/mo avg bill
MVU service area
Lake Elsinore
$324/mo avg bill
SCE service area
Temecula
$319/mo avg bill
SCE service area
San Jacinto
$318/mo avg bill
SCE service area
Winchester
$311/mo avg bill
SCE service area
Beaumont
$299/mo avg bill
SCE service area
San Bernardino
$290/mo avg bill
SCE service area
Hemet
$280/mo avg bill
SCE service area
Fontana
$280/mo avg bill
SCE service area
Murrieta
$271/mo avg bill
SCE service area
Redlands
$265/mo avg bill
SCE service area
Riverside
$260/mo avg bill
RPU service area
Menifee
$247/mo avg bill
SCE service area
Perris
$241/mo avg bill
SCE service area
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