Electricity rates in 96143 — Kings Beach, CA
Homes in ZIP 96143 pay about 25.9¢ per kWh (Liberty Utilities, 2024 average). The California average is 29.8¢ and the U.S. average 18.2¢ (Aug 2026).
What a month of electricity costs
Monthly cost at the average price of 25.9¢ per kWh. Real bills add or subtract fixed charges, tiers, time-of-use and fuel adjustments.
Where ZIP 96143 is
Outlined: ZIP code area · scroll or pinch to zoomUtilities serving 96143
| Utility | Home price | Avg. bill | Customers in CA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liberty Utilities Investor Owned | 25.9¢ 2024 | $144 | 43,902 |
| Pacific Gas & Electric Co. Investor Owned · serves Placer County | 36.7¢ Jan–Aug 2026 | $198 | 5,047,461 |
| Sacramento Municipal Util Dist Political Subdivision · serves Placer County | 19.8¢ Jan–Aug 2026 | $126 | 592,557 |
| City of Roseville (CA) Municipal · serves Placer County | 18.7¢ 2024 | $134 | 63,052 |
| Truckee Donner P U D Political Subdivision · serves Placer County | 22.3¢ 2024 | $212 | 14,797 |
Utilities are matched to this ZIP code by NREL’s ZIP–utility table and the EIA service-territory list for Placer County; county matches may serve only part of the area. Prices are each utility’s average residential revenue per kWh.
California price trend
Hover or tap the chart for exact monthly values. Source: EIA-861M (monthly, latest months preliminary); forecast: EIA Short-Term Energy Outlook (October 2026) for the Pacific region, which includes Alaska, California, Hawaii, Oregon, Washington.
Averages, not a quote. Prices here are what each utility’s residential customers paid on average (revenue ÷ kWh sold, fixed charges included), as reported to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. Your own rate depends on your plan, season and usage — check your bill or your utility’s tariff.
Questions about 96143
How much does electricity cost in 96143?
About 25.9¢ per kWh for homes (Liberty Utilities, 2024 average, EIA). At 900 kWh a month that is roughly $233.
Who is the electric utility for 96143?
Liberty Utilities, with about 43,902 residential customers in California; 4 other utilities also serve parts of the area.
Is electricity in CA getting more expensive?
The California residential average was 29.8¢ per kWh in August 2026, down 3.8% from a year earlier; the U.S. average was 18.2¢.
Can I choose my electricity supplier in CA?
California allows retail electricity choice for many households; the local utility still delivers the power.