Most of us in So Cal have central air - but utilities are so expensive here now that I know of a lot of people who either aren’t running their a/c’s or have them set high. We pay ≈ 60% + more for electricity than other states due to idiotic “Climate Policies” and high taxes.
Average bills in my neighborhood in the summer are ≈ $500 - $750 during the hottest months of July- September, sometimes through October as well.
I expect there to be a lot more heat related deaths and injuries due to the cost of a/c.
Love my State. Hate its Government.
Our home here in Texas is 1850 square foot, so rather small, but plenty for us . Our highest bill during the summer months is just under $200. We keep our AC set on about 79, and with ceiling fans that’s good for us. And since we live out in the country, with plenty of firewood and a fireplace insert, our winter bills go down to about $60. Most of that is probably the electric range and clothes dryer.
#13 I read a Nextdoor post last week where the person says their bill was $675...! plus the trash and sewer fee of almost $200. They did not mention the water bill amount.