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LADWP electricity rates & savings

Understand your bill, compare rate plans, optimize EV charging, and model solar savings for LADWP customers. Gleam supports Los Angeles Department of Water and Power customers with time-of-use rate guidance, EV charging optimization, and personalized energy savings recommendations.

Current rate plans

PlanTypeGood for
Standard / flat rateStandardHomes with steady usage across the day
Residential Time-of-Use (R-1B)Time-of-use (TOU)EV owners who can charge overnight or on weekends

Published electricity rates

Rate tierPrice (est.)
Standard flat rate (est.)$0.22–$0.28/kWh
On-peak / peak (TOU or EV plan)$0.28–$0.35/kWh
Mid-peak$0.29/kWh
Off-peak / super off-peak$0.24–$0.27/kWh
Solar export credit (net metering)$0.22/kWh (retail)

Rates last verified: July 2026. Effective January 2026.

Official sources: Residential rates, Tariff sheet, EV program, and Net metering.

Peak & off-peak hours

Peak · 1pm–5pm weekdays (High Peak)
Off-peak · Base: 8pm–10am weekdays + all day weekends; Low Peak: 10am–1pm & 5pm–8pm weekdays

Illustrative timeline — exact windows vary by season and rate schedule.

Is the TOU or EV plan worth it?

If you can shift EV charging and flexible loads to off-peak hours, LADWP's TOU plan may lower your bill. Heavy peak-period usage (when rates are highest) can offset those savings.

Calculate charging, usage, and solar economics

Use rates published for LADWP to estimate home electricity use, EV charging, solar savings, or solar payback with rate inflation and EV impact.

Electricity usage →EV grid charging →Solar payback →Home solar savings →

Solar & net metering

LADWP uses retail net metering with export credits around $0.22/kWh. Solar customers can generally combine net metering with eligible TOU plans — timing self-consumption vs export matters for savings.

Example EV charging savings

Typical EV: 11,000 miles/year (3,143 kWh)

ScenarioEst. annual cost
Charge during peak ($0.35/kWh)$1,103/yr
Charge off-peak ($0.24/kWh)$770/yr
Estimated savings (off-peak vs peak)$333/yr

Assumes 11,000 mi/yr, 3.5 mi/kWh, and 100% of EV charging at each rate tier. Real savings depend on your driving, charger, and schedule.

Utility notes

R-1B total consumption charges (incl. adjustment factors) vary by month. 2026 examples: High Peak ~$0.276–0.351/kWh, Low Peak ~$0.272–0.293/kWh, Base ~$0.245–0.265/kWh. Charge EVs overnight or on weekends for lowest rates.

Frequently asked questions

What are LADWP's off-peak hours?

8pm–10am weekdays; all day weekends

When are peak electricity rates in California?

1pm–5pm weekdays (High Peak)

Can I switch LADWP rate plans anytime?

Most utilities let you change rate plans, but some TOU or EV schedules require enrollment, smart meters, or a minimum commitment. Confirm on your utility's website.

Is LADWP's time-of-use plan worth it for EV charging?

If you can shift EV charging and flexible loads to off-peak hours, LADWP's TOU plan may lower your bill. Heavy peak-period usage (when rates are highest) can offset those savings.

Related guides

When Is the Cheapest Time to Charge Your EV at Home? →How to Read a Time-of-Use Electric Bill →Solar Net Metering: Are You Exporting for Pennies? →EV Rate Plan vs Standard Rate: Which Saves More? →

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Gleam is an independent service and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by LADWP or any other utility company. LADWP is used descriptively to identify the service territory only. Rate information is for reference — always confirm current tariffs on your utility's official website before making billing decisions.