Can You Guess How Many Times Southern California Edison Has Raised Prices in the Last Five Years?
Take a guess.
Five times? Maybe six?
Would you believe fourteen separate rate increases?
That’s right — Southern California Edison (SCE) has raised electricity rates 14 times since January 2020. And these aren’t minor adjustments — many of these increases hit customer bills hard, driving up the cost of living for homeowners and businesses across Southern California.
Let’s break down exactly when these rate hikes happened — and why things are likely to get even worse for SCE customers in the years ahead.
SCE Rate Increases Since 2020
Here is the full list of SCE’s approved rate increases over the past five years:
| Date | Rate Increase |
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| January 2020 | 3.10% Increase |
| April 2020 | 6.20% Increase |
| October 2020 | 3.80% Increase |
| February 2021 | 8.60% Increase |
| October 2021 | 8.80% Increase |
| January 2022 | 2.90% Increase |
| March 2022 | 7.70% Increase |
| October 2022 | 2.90% Increase |
| January 2023 | 7.21% Increase |
| June 2023 | 4.90% Increase |
| October 2023 | 0.56% Increase |
| January 2024 | 2.00% Increase |
| March 2024 | 1.20% Increase |
| January 2025 | 1.40% Increase |
Source: California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) — Click here to fact check these rate increases.
Why Are Rates Increasing So Often?
SCE says the hikes are needed to fund:
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Aging grid and infrastructure upgrades
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Wildfire prevention and mitigation efforts
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Cleaner energy initiatives
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Rising generation and delivery costs
But let’s be honest — the real driver behind these increases is the utility’s growing wildfire liability.
Wildfires Caused by SCE = More Rate Hikes Coming
Southern California Edison has been linked to several devastating wildfires in recent years, including the Bobcat Fire, Woolsey Fire, Fairview Fire, and Route Fire.
These disasters have led to billions in damage and legal claims. And guess who ends up footing the bill? That’s right — you, the customer.
Under California law, utilities like SCE can pass certain wildfire-related expenses on to their ratepayers. So even if your energy use stays the same, your bill could continue climbing simply to cover fire-related costs.
How to Break Free From SCE’s Rate Hikes
If you’re tired of unpredictable bills and endless increases, it’s time to take control of your power.
Here’s how:
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Go Solar: Generate your own electricity and drastically reduce your monthly bills.
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Add Battery Storage: Keep your home running during outages and avoid peak-time pricing.
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Use Energy Smarter: Upgrade to high-efficiency appliances and shift use to lower-cost hours.
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