Is it better to have gas or electric appliances in the Sacramento area?

Question

We're moving to Sacramento in a few months. Is it cheaper to run gas stoves and dryers vs electric in Sacramento? Also, is it worth it to get an efficient front loading washer that costs more but uses less water than a cheaper top loading washer?

Answer 1

gas is better as electric is more expensive to run

Answer 2

Get gas. We always seem to have an electricity "shortage" here in California, so the electric cost is high. Plus, gas is so much nicer to cook with.

Water bills aren't too horrible compared to other places I've lived. Get the washing machine you prefer. You won't notice much difference on the water bill unless you are doing laundry all day every day!

Answer 3

electric

Answer 4

gas is less expensive.