Modesto Irrigation District residential customers paid an average of 21.78¢/kWh in 2024 —
25% below the California average of 29.08¢/kWh (EIA-861).
It served 103,650 residential customers across 2 CA counties.
Territories are fixed by address, but the cheapest nearby utility, Turlock Irrigation District (16.34¢), works out about $588/yr less at 10,800 kWh/yr.
How Modesto Irrigation District compares with the utilities next door
| Utility | 2024 ¢/kWh | Customers | Δ vs Modesto Irrigation District, ¢/kWh | $/yr difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Turlock Irrigation District | 16.34 | 80,575 | -5.45 | -$588 |
| Modesto Irrigation District (this page) | 21.78 | 103,650 | — | — |
| City of Lodi | 22.47 | 23,751 | +0.69 | +$75 |
| Pacific Gas & Electric Co. | 39.62 | 1,856,780 | +17.84 | +$1,926 |
3 bundled utilities (≥5,000 customers) share at least one county with Modesto Irrigation District. Positive $/yr = that utility's customers pay more than Modesto Irrigation District customers at the same usage. Territories are fixed by address — these gaps measure cost differences between areas, not options you can pick between.
Where Modesto Irrigation District customers pay more (county benchmark)
| County | Cheapest utility in county | Their ¢/kWh | Modesto Irrigation District premium, $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stanislaus | Turlock Irrigation District | 16.34 | +$588 |
Multiple utilities in one county means adjoining territories, not household choice — you cannot switch wires companies.
Rate trend and size
| Metric | 2023 | 2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average price, ¢/kWh | 19.68 | 21.78 | +10.6% |
| Residential customers | 102,862 | 103,650 | +0.8% |
Ownership: Political Subdivision. Statewide context: California electricity rates.
Supply vs delivery on a Modesto Irrigation District bill
California is a regulated retail market — Modesto Irrigation District customers cannot choose a different supplier; rates are set in utility-commission proceedings. Official information: cpuc.ca.gov.
Counties served (CA, EIA-861 2024)
San Joaquin · Stanislaus
Head-to-head comparisons
- Pacific Gas & Electric Co. vs Modesto Irrigation District
- Modesto Irrigation District vs Turlock Irrigation District
Questions people ask
- Is Modesto Irrigation District more expensive than other California utilities?
- Modesto Irrigation District customers paid an average 21.78 cents/kWh in 2024 — 25% below the California volume-weighted average of 29.08 cents (EIA-861, bundled residential service).
- Can I switch away from Modesto Irrigation District?
- No — distribution territory is fixed by address and California has no residential supplier shopping. Rate changes go through the state utility commission (cpuc.ca.gov).
- How many customers does Modesto Irrigation District have?
- 103,650 residential customers in California in 2024 across 2 counties, per its EIA-861 federal filing. Ownership type: public district.
About these numbers. Rates shown are averages computed from federal regulatory filings (EIA Form 861)
and public tariff databases — confirm with your utility before making decisions; your actual rate depends on your tariff,
usage, and riders. Distribution utility is determined by address and generally cannot be chosen; in retail-choice states
you may choose your supplier for the supply portion of the bill. Savings figures use 10,800 kWh/yr
(US average residential usage) and are estimates, not quotes. EnergySavings is an independent data project by CertiHomes
and is not affiliated with any utility, supplier, or government agency.