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PG&E's Tiered Rate Plan (E-1)

Understand the Tiered Rate Plan

Review a side-by-side comparison of all rate plans.

The two tiers explained

This rate plan has two pricing levels, known as "tiers," which are based on how much energy you use. 

  • Energy used within your Baseline Allowance is Tier 1 and billed at the lowest price.
  • Energy used above the Baseline Allowance is considered Tier 2 and is billed at a higher price.

Tier pricing starts low each billing period, then increases slightly for the following tiers

important notice Note: This chart represents an above-average usage customer. The length of time in each tier depends on monthly energy usage.

 

Other rate options

Save with the SmartRate™ add-on

The SmartRate program can help you save up to 20 percent on your summer energy bill. Receive a discount for reducing your energy use up to 15 days a year.

Take control with a Time-of-Use plan

On Time-of-Use rate plans, pricing varies depending on when you use energy during the day, week and season.

Rate for electric-powered homes

The Electric Home rate plan is ideal if you electrify your home with one or more of the following:

  • electric vehicle (EV)
  • battery storage
  • electric heat pump for water heating or climate control (space heating or cooling)

More ways to manage energy costs

Energy usage tools

Sign in to get a personalized rate analysis and learn how your home uses energy.

 

Energy Alerts

The Bill Forecast Alert sends a notification if your bill is expected to exceed an amount you specify.