How do BC Hydro Residential Rate – Zone I tiered rates work?
Residential Rate – Zone I from BC Hydro is a tiered plan: the price per kWh steps up as monthly usage rises. The first tier is about $0.09/kWh; usage above the baseline allowance is billed at higher tiers.
Highest rate
9¢/kWh
Lowest rate
9¢/kWh
Fixed charge
$0.19/mo
Usage tiers
| Tier | Up to | $/kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Tier 1 | 675 kWh | $0.09 |
| Tier 2 | no limit | $0.13 |
Frequently asked questions
How do BC Hydro Residential Rate – Zone I tiered rates work? +
Residential Rate – Zone I from BC Hydro is a tiered plan: the price per kWh steps up as monthly usage rises. The first tier is about $0.09/kWh; usage above the baseline allowance is billed at higher tiers.
Who offers Residential Rate – Zone I? +
Residential Rate – Zone I is a residential electricity plan from BC Hydro (BC Hydro).
About this data
Compiled by Optiwatt from the OpenEI U.S. Utility Rate Database (5a5933495457a36274423a7e). Representative — verify exact prices on your BC Hydro bill or tariff sheet.
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Data last updated June 18, 2026. Compiled by Energy Advisor from published utility tariffs.