Pay Your PG&E Bill

Quick and easy access to pay your Pacific Gas and Electric bill online. Select the button below to proceed to the payment portal.

About PG&E Bill Payments

Everything you need to know about managing your PG&E energy account.

Service Area

PG&E provides electricity and natural gas to approximately 16 million people across 70,000 square miles in Northern and Central California.

Billing Cycle

PG&E bills are issued monthly based on your meter reading date. Payments are due approximately 19 days after the billing statement date.

Average Bill

The average PG&E residential customer pays around $150-200 per month. Bills vary based on usage, rate plan, season, and home size.

Late Fees

PG&E may apply a late payment charge if your bill is not paid by the due date. The charge is typically 1.5% of the unpaid balance per month.

Budget Billing

PG&E offers a Budget Billing program that averages your annual costs into equal monthly payments, making it easier to plan your expenses.

CARE Program

Eligible low-income customers can receive a 20% or more discount on their monthly energy bill through PG&E's CARE assistance program.

PG&E Payment Methods

Multiple ways to pay your PG&E bill conveniently.

Online at pge.com

Log into your PG&E account and pay with a bank account, debit card, or credit card. Available 24/7 with instant confirmation.

PG&E Mobile App

Download the PG&E app for iOS or Android to pay your bill, view usage, and manage your account from anywhere.

AutoPay

Set up automatic payments through your PG&E account. Your bill will be paid automatically on the due date from your chosen payment method.

Pay by Phone

Call PG&E at 1-800-743-5000 to make a payment using the automated phone system or with a customer service representative.

Pay In Person

Visit an authorized payment location such as Western Union, CheckFreePay, or Walmart to pay your PG&E bill with cash or check.

Mail a Check

Send a check or money order with your payment stub to the address on your bill. Allow 5-7 business days for processing.

What You Need to Pay

Have the following information ready before making your payment.

Your PG&E account number (found on your bill statement, format: XXXXXXXXXX-X)

Your account ZIP code (the ZIP code associated with your service address)

A valid payment method: bank account (routing + account number), debit card, or credit card

The payment amount (your current balance or a custom amount)

Your email address for payment confirmation and receipt

PG&E Payment FAQ

Common questions about paying your PG&E bill.

Your account number is printed on the top of your PG&E bill statement. It is a 10-digit number followed by a dash and a check digit (e.g., 1234567890-1). You can also find it by logging into your account at pge.com or by calling 1-800-743-5000.
PG&E does not charge a fee for one-time online payments made with a bank account. Credit and debit card payments may incur a small convenience fee. Check the payment page for current fee details at the time of payment.
Yes, PG&E offers a guest payment option where you can pay using your account number and ZIP code without creating an online account. You can also pay by phone, by mail, or at authorized in-person locations.
A late payment charge of approximately 1.5% of the unpaid balance may be applied. If your account remains unpaid, PG&E may send a disconnection notice. Contact PG&E at 1-800-743-5000 to discuss payment arrangements if you are having difficulty paying.
Log into your PG&E account at pge.com, go to the Billing section, and select Automatic Payment. You can choose to pay from a bank account, debit card, or credit card. Your payment will be processed automatically on your due date.
Yes, PG&E offers several assistance programs including CARE (California Alternate Rates for Energy) for a 20%+ discount, FERA (Family Electric Rate Assistance), LIHEAP, and the Relief for Energy Assistance through Community Help (REACH) program for one-time bill assistance.
Online payments made with a debit or credit card are typically posted within 1-2 business days. Bank account (ACH) payments may take 2-3 business days. Payments made by mail can take 5-7 business days to process.

Informational Website

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This website does not process payments or manage utility accounts. All payment transactions should be conducted through official PG&E channels.

Official website: pge.com | Customer service: 1-800-743-5000