国家连年降低电价，用户为何却表示越降越贵，3大原因很现实

Core Insights - The article discusses the paradox of decreasing electricity prices while household electricity bills are increasing, highlighting a disconnect between official data and consumer experiences [1][2]. Group 1: Electricity Price vs. Electricity Bill - Official data indicates that electricity prices have been decreasing, with a cumulative reduction of approximately 0.15 yuan per kilowatt-hour from 2022 to mid-2025 for general industrial and commercial electricity [1][2]. - Despite the decrease in electricity prices, 68.3% of surveyed households reported an increase in electricity expenses over the past three years, with an average increase of 23.7% [1][2]. Group 2: Factors Contributing to Increased Electricity Bills - The primary driver of increased electricity bills is the explosive growth in household electricity consumption, attributed to the rise in the number and power of household appliances. The average number of appliances per urban household increased from 16.3 in 2020 to 22.7 in 2025, a growth of 39.3% [3][6]. - The adoption of electric vehicles (EVs) has also significantly contributed to increased household electricity consumption, with over 2.51 million charging stations established by mid-2025, representing an 82% increase from the end of 2023 [6]. - The tiered pricing system in China, which charges higher rates for increased consumption, exacerbates the situation. For instance, in Beijing, the price for the first tier (0-240 kWh) is 0.4883 yuan/kWh, while the third tier (over 400 kWh) reaches 0.8383 yuan/kWh [7][9]. Group 3: Fixed Costs and Additional Fees - Many consumers focus solely on the variable electricity price and overlook other components of their electricity bills, such as fixed basic fees and various additional charges. Basic fees account for about 7% of total electricity expenses, while additional fees make up approximately 10% [10]. - Seasonal pricing and peak pricing mechanisms can further increase costs during high-demand periods, leading to higher overall electricity bills despite lower average prices [10]. Group 4: Broader Economic Context - The increase in electricity consumption reflects broader economic growth and improved living standards, with per capita electricity consumption reaching 835 kWh in the first half of 2025, a 31.6% increase from 2020 [16]. - The State Grid Corporation of China reported that efforts to optimize the power grid and improve transmission efficiency saved users over 98 billion yuan in electricity costs from 2024 to mid-2025 [16].