City of Colton Electric Utility customers, California · Bill credit
Low Income Assistance bill discount (Colton Electric Utility)
Run by City of Colton Electric Utility
Income-qualified Colton Electric Utility customers get 25% off their electric bill each month for 12 months (37% for account holders over 65). Enrolled customers can also get a $500 rebate on a new ENERGY STAR refrigerator.
Amounts
How much you get
A 25% discount on each monthly bill for 12 consecutive months from approval; low-income account holders over 65 can get 37%. The amount depends on which of these fits your install.
| What you install | You get |
|---|---|
| Low-income discount | 25% |
| Low-income account holders over 65 | 37% |
Eligibility
Do I qualify?
You need to meet all 3 of these.
You get your utility service from City of Colton Electric Utility (California).
Combined gross annual household income (from July 1, 2026) up to $43,280 for 1 or 2 people, $54,640 for 3, $66,000 for 4, $77,360 for 5, $88,720 for 6; add $11,360 per additional member.
People in your home Income at or below 1 $43,280 2 $43,280 3 $54,640 4 $66,000 5 $77,360 6 $88,720 Add $11,360 for each extra person.
The 37% discount is for low-income account holders over 65 with photo ID.
Equipment
What equipment counts
Applying
How to apply
Follow these steps.
- Apply online, by mail or in person.
Use the online form, or send the application and proof of income to City of Colton Electric Utility Low Income Program, 650 N. La Cadena Drive, Colton, CA 92324, or visit the Assistance Desk at City Hall.
- Reapply every 12 months.
The discount runs for 12 consecutive months from approval.
Proof of income for everyone in the household over 18
Photo ID showing age (senior discount)
Forms and instructions, including for applying by mailLow Income Energy Star Refrigerator Program - City of Colton
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Next steps
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FAQ
Questions
How much does Low Income Assistance bill discount (Colton Electric Utility) pay?
Up to 37% off. A 25% discount on each monthly bill for 12 consecutive months from approval; low-income account holders over 65 can get 37%. Enrolled customers who buy and install a new ENERGY STAR refrigerator within the last four months can also get a $500 rebate.
Is there an income limit?
Combined gross annual household income (from July 1, 2026) up to $43,280 for 1 or 2 people, $54,640 for 3, $66,000 for 4, $77,360 for 5, $88,720 for 6; add $11,360 per additional member.
Is it still available?
Yes. It was open when we last checked, on October 27, 2026.
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