How to Pay Your SCE Bill: A Step-by-Step Guide

Paying your electricity bill on time each month is important to keep your lights on and avoid any late fees from SCE. As the primary electricity provider for millions of customers across Southern California, SCE offers various convenient payment options to fit your needs

In this comprehensive guide, we’ll walk through the different ways you can view and pay your SCE bill with just a few easy clicks.

Log In to Your SCE Account

The first step is to log into your online SCE account.

1. Go to www.sce.com and click “My Account” at the top right.

2. Enter your 10-digit SCE account number and 4-digit security code.

3. Click “Log In.”

Once logged in, you’ll see your account dashboard with usage details, billing history, payment options, and more.

View Your SCE Bill

Under the Billing & Payments tab, you can view PDF copies of your current and past SCE bills.

• Click “Billing History” to see bills from the past 24 months.

• Select any bill date to open a PDF copy of that bill to view.

Review the total charges, compare usage vs last year, check the due date, and confirm your account balance. Understanding your bill helps you budget and pick the best payment option.

Pay Your SCE Bill Online

SCE offers two quick ways to pay your bill online from your account dashboard:

Pay from Bank Account

Pay directly from your checking or savings account with no fees or service charges.

1. Under Billing & Payments, click “Pay from Bank.”

2. Enter your bank routing and account number.

3. Enter the payment amount and select the pay date.

4. Agree to the terms and click “Submit Payment.”

The funds will be withdrawn on the scheduled date. Allow 2-3 business days for processing.

Pay with Credit/Debit Card

Make one-time payments by Visa, Mastercard, American Express or Discover card. A non-refundable convenience fee applies.

1. Click “Pay with Card” under Billing & Payments.

2. Select card type, enter details and expiration date.

3. Enter payment amount and select pay date.

4. Check the convenience fee and submit payment.

The fee is $2.95 for debit/credit under $300 or 1% for payments over $300. The charge appears separately on your card statement.

Enroll in AutoPay

For hassle-free bill payment, enroll in AutoPay to have your bill paid automatically each month.

1. Under Billing & Payments, click “AutoPay.”

2. Enter your bank account information.

3. Choose a payment date between 1st and 28th of the month.

4. Agree to the terms and click “Submit.”

Your bills will now be paid on the selected date each billing cycle directly from your bank account.

Go Paperless with eBill

Save time and trees by going paperless. With eBill, you’ll get bill notifications by email rather than mail.

1. Click your profile icon and select “Communication Preferences.”

2. Choose paperless billing and enter your email.

3. Select eBill frequency and confirm your choice.

You’ll get an email when your new SCE bill is ready to view and pay online. Reduce clutter and avoid late deliveries of paper bills.

Pay by Phone

Call 1-800-655-4555 and use SCE’s automated phone payment system. Have your account number ready.

• Option 1: Make a one-time payment by debit/credit card. A fee applies.

• Option 2: Securely store bank details to make quick future payments.

• Option 3: Check your account balance.

• Option 4: Repeat these options.

Payments by phone take effect immediately. Use this method for quick, last-minute payments before the due date.

Pay by Mail

Mail a check or money order along with your payment stub to:

• Residential Customers – SCE, P.O. Box 600, Rosemead, CA 91771

• Business Customers – SCE, P.O. Box 300, Rosemead, CA 91772

Allow 5-7 business days for standard mail delivery and processing time. Write your account number on the check.

Pay at Authorized Payment Locations

Bring your bill to any of SCE’s authorized payment agencies in person. Pay by cash, check, money order or credit/debit card. Locations include:

• Western Union
• CheckFreePay
• PayNearMe
• 7-Eleven
• Vallarta Supermarkets
• And more!

Find payment centers like grocery stores, check cashing stores, and convenience stores near you. Payments are effective same day.

Pay Using Digital Wallets

For fast, easy mobile payment, use your saved payment information in digital wallets like:

• Venmo – Login and select SCE as payee using their bill email.

• PayPal – Add [email protected] as payee and your account number as memo.

• Google Pay – Select SCE as biller and add your account.

• Apple Pay – Coming soon!

Paymentconfirmation by text or email. No signup required if you already have these apps.

Other Payment Methods

SCE also accepts:

• Automatic bank draft payments – Complete ACH authorization form.

• EDI payments – For commercial customers through electronic data transfers.

• Cryptocurrency – Via BitPay digital wallet. Convenience fee applies.

Explore all ways to pay your SCE bill online, by phone, mail, or various payment locations.

Tips for Paying Your SCE Bill

Follow these tips to easily pay your electric bill on time each month:

• Enroll in paperless billing to get due date reminders by email.

• Sign up for AutoPay to set and forget bill payments.

• Pay a few days before the due date to avoid lateness.

• Opt to pre-pay your SCE bill as credit on your account.

• Check for available bill assistance if struggling to pay.

• Notify SCE if you need to arrange a payment plan.

• Monitor your usage and compare rates to control costs.

• Contact SCE customer service with any billing questions.

Avoid Late Fees and Disconnection

Pay your SCE utility bill by the due date listed on your statement to avoid:

• Late payment fee of 0.8% on unpaid balance

• Notice threatening disconnection

• Shut off of your electric service

• Fee to restore your service

Stay on track with your electric payments to keep the power on. If you expect difficulty paying on time, call SCE immediately to make arrangements.

Get Help Paying Your SCE Bill

If you’re facing financial hardship and are struggling to cover your electric costs, SCE offers programs to help, including:

• CARE Discount – Up to 30% off monthly bills for qualifying low-income households.

• FERA Discount – Up to 18% discount if you meet income guidelines.

• Medical Baseline Allowance – Additional energy at lowest baseline rate for those with medical needs.

• Payment Arrangements – Custom payment plan to pay past-due balance over time.

• One-time Bill Assistance – Payment help for customers in temporary crisis.

Check if you qualify for any bill assistance programs through SCE’s Help Paying Your Bill page.

Stay on top of your SCE electricity payments. Learn how to easily view, understand, and pay your utility bill online, via automated systems, in person, or by mail. Manage your electric account responsibly to avoid interruption of your power service.