Electric Rates
How BWP Bills for Electric Use
Residential Rates
Charge Type | Description | Amount | Unit/Time |
|---|---|---|---|
Basic Service Rate | |||
Customer Service Charge | $14.25 | Meter | |
Service Size Charge | Small | $1.94 | Meter |
Medium | $3.96 | Meter | |
Large | $11.83 | Meter | |
Energy Charge | First 300kWh | $0.0294 | kWh |
All additional kWh | $0.1071 | kWh | |
ECAC | First 300kWh | $0.1178 | kWh |
All additional kWh | $0.1178 | kWh | |
Composite (Energy + ECAC) | First 300kWh | $0.1472 | kWh |
All additional kWh | $0.2249 | kWh | |
Minimum Charge | Small | $16.19 | Month |
Medium | $18.21 | Month | |
Large | $26.08 | Month | |
Optional Time of Use (TOU) Rates for Electric Vehicle Owners | |||
Customer Service Charge | $14.25 | Meter | |
Service Size Charge | Small | $1.94 | Meter |
Medium | $3.96 | Meter | |
Large | $11.83 | Meter | |
Energy Charge | Summer On-Peak | $0.2066 | kWh |
Summer Mid-Peak | $0.0935 | kWh | |
Summer Off-Peak | $0.0000 | kWh | |
Winter Mid-Peak | $0.0935 | kWh | |
Winter Off-Peak | $0.0000 | kWh | |
Definitions: | Summer June 1 through October 31 Off-Peak: All hours on weekends and holidays, 11pm to 8am on weekdays | ||
Non-Summer November 1 through May 31 Mid-Peak: 8am to 11pm on weekdays, except holidays | |||
Energy Cost Adjustment Charge (ECAC) | All kWh | $0.1178 | Meter |
Each of the rates above shall be increased or decreased by no more than 10% each month. | |||
Definitions
- Small: A service location with two (2) or more meters per service drop that does not meet the definition of large; typically, it is multifamily residential
- Medium: Service location with one (1) meter per service drop and does not meet the definition of Large; typically single-family residential
- Large: Service with panel size greater than 200A
Questions
If you have questions about the rates or definitions call at (818) 238-3700 or send use an email.
Hours: 7:30 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday, Excluding Holidays,
Electric Meter Opt-Out Alternative
Customers choosing the electric meter opt-out alternative by May 20, 2012, shall pay an initial one-time charge of $75.00 for replacement of their existing electric meter with a non-communicating digital meter, and a recurring monthly service charge of $10.00 for customers who receive service under the Basic Rate in subsection (A) of this section*. Customers under the Lifeline Service Rate in subsection (B) of this section* shall pay an initial one-time charge of $37.50 for replacement of their existing electric meter with a non-communicating digital meter and a recurring monthly service charge of $5.00 *Fee schedule
Optional Green Rate Premium
Residential customers who opt-in to the Green Rate Premium will pay an additional $0.018 per kWh on top of their regular rate.
Rates and Charges for Burbank Businesses
Electric rates and charges for businesses are classified by the amount of energy that the business uses. Please refer to the rates in the City of Burbank 2023-24 Adopted Citywide Fee Schedule for more information.
Electric Service Classification
BWP categorizes its commercial accounts by Electric Service Classifications: Small, Medium, Large, and Extra Large General Service.
The Electric Rate Classification explainer will help you identify which electric services classification your account is based on the information found on your bill.
Rates and Charges for Burbank Businesses
Electric rates and charges for businesses are classified by the amount of energy that the business uses. Please refer to the rates in the City of Burbank 2023-24 Adopted Citywide Fee Schedule for more information. Click the link below and scroll to the bottom of the page and find the fee schedule under the "Additional Documents" section.
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Electric Service Classification
The Electric Rate Classification explainer will help you identify which electric services classification your account is based on the information found on your bill.