WattBuy’s Guide toElectricity in
Electricity in
Massachusetts
Here's the average monthly bill, usage, and carbon footprint of residents in Massachusetts
January
$837highestFebruary
$685March
$412April
$301May
$300June
$289lowestJuly
$328August
$297September
$291October
$326November
$437December
$627Carbon Emissions
1,006 lbs CO₂
Monthly Usage
1,367 kWh
Massachusetts's energy comes from Natural Gas, Solar, Nuclear, Hydroelectric, and Wind. Natural Gas is the largest source of electricity, providing 68% of Massachusetts's energy. Solar is the second largest source, making up 16%. Nuclear provides 13% of the energy in Massachusetts. Hydroelectric provides 3% of the energy in Massachusetts. Wind provides 1% of the energy in Massachusetts.
67%
Natural Gas
16%
Solar
13%
Nuclear
3%
Hydroelectric
1%
Wind
Solar power is on the rise, helping homeowners save on their electricity bills and power their homes sustainably.
648 kWh
Energy generated by average sized system
$16,174
Average system cost
(after federal incentive)
6 years
Payback period
Net metering policies in Massachusetts can help solar panel owners save money and reduce their carbon footprint. When your solar panels generate more electricity than you use, you can send the excess back to the grid and receive credit on your next bill. Just something to keep in mind when considering solar panels.
There are a variety of electricity plans available to residents of Massachusetts. The following companies provide electricity plans in the state:
Wellesley Town of has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Residential Service | Fixed | 13¢ to 19¢ |
Town of Paxton has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| DOMESTIC RATE A | Fixed | 12¢ |
| DOMESTIC RATE D | Fixed | 12¢ |
Eversource Energy - Massachusetts has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Residential Rate (Cape Cod and Martha's Vineyard Service Area) | Fixed | 22¢ |
| Residential Rate (Cambridge/Greater Boston/South Shore Service Area) | Fixed | 19¢ |
| Residential Space Heating (Cambridge/Greater Boston/South Shore Service Area) | Fixed | 18¢ |
| Residential Space Heating (Cape Cod and Martha's Vineyard Service Area) | Fixed | 21¢ |
City of Taunton has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| RESIDENTIAL SERVICE - GENERAL(Consumption 0 to 200 kWh) | Fixed | 17¢ to 21¢ |
| RESIDENTIAL SERVICE - GENERAL(Consumption above 300 kWh) | Fixed | 17¢ to 21¢ |
| Residential Service- Additional | Fixed | 26¢ to 41¢ |
Town of Holden has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Residential | Fixed | 15¢ |
Town of Danvers has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Residential Rate | Fixed | 15¢ |
| RESIDENTIAL RATE R-1 (FARM DISCOUNT) | Fixed | 9¢ |
Town of Concord has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| RATE R-4 RESIDENTIAL SERVICE-ASSISTANCE RATE (THREE PHASE) | Fixed | 6¢ to 17¢ |
| RATE R-6 RESIDENTIAL SERVICE (NET METERING RATE) - 2kW and 4kW AC | Fixed | 14¢ to 17¢ |
| Rate R-1 EV Tour - Residential Time of Use Rate | TOU | 6¢ to 14¢ |
| RATE R-1 RESIDENTIAL SERVICE - FARM (SINGLE PHASE) | Fixed | 13¢ to 15¢ |
| RATE R-2 RESIDENTIAL TIME OF USE RATE W/ CONTROLLED WATER HEATING (THREE PHASE) | Fixed | 6¢ to 17¢ |
| RATE R-7 RESIDENTIAL SERVICE (ELECTRIC RESISTANCE & HEAT PUMP HEATING SYSTEMS/DHW) | Fixed | 14¢ |
| RATE R-6 RESIDENTIAL SERVICE (NET METERING RATE) - 4kW and 7kW AC | Fixed | 14¢ to 17¢ |
| RATE R-2 RESIDENTIAL SERVICE WITH CONTROLLED WATER HEATING (SINGLE PHASE) | Fixed | 6¢ to 17¢ |
| RATE R-1 RESIDENTIAL SERVICE (SINGLE PHASE) | Fixed | 14¢ to 17¢ |
| RATE R-1 SGM SINGLE PHASE (SMART GRID METER) | Fixed | 14¢ to 17¢ |
| RATE R-1 RESIDENTIAL SERVICE - FARM (THREE PHASE) | Fixed | 13¢ to 15¢ |
| RATE R-1 RESIDENTIAL TIME OF USE RATE (THREE PHASE) | TOU | 6¢ to 36¢ |
| RATE R-3 RESIDENTIAL SERVICE (OFF PEAK), ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING | Fixed | 6¢ |
| RATE R-2 RESIDENTIAL TIME OF USE RATE W/ CONTROLLED WATER HEATING (SINGLE PHASE) | Fixed | 6¢ to 17¢ |
| RATE R-6 RESIDENTIAL SERVICE (NET METERING RATE) - 7kW and 10kW AC | Fixed | 14¢ to 17¢ |
| RATE R-4 RESIDENTIAL SERVICE-ASSISTANCE RATE (SINGLE PHASE) | Fixed | 6¢ to 17¢ |
| RATE R-1 SGM THREE PHASE (SMART GRID METER) | Fixed | 14¢ to 17¢ |
| RATE R-1 RESIDENTIAL SERVICE (THREE PHASE) | Fixed | 14¢ to 17¢ |
| RATE R-6 RESIDENTIAL SERVICE (NET METERING RATE)- Three Phase - 7kW and 10kW AC | Fixed | 14¢ to 17¢ |
| RATE R-5 RESIDENTIAL SERVICE-ASSISTANCE WITH CONTROLLED WATER HEATING (THREE PHASE) | Fixed | 6¢ to 17¢ |
| RATE R-2 RESIDENTIAL SERVICE WITH CONTROLLED WATER HEATING (THREE PHASE) | Fixed | 6¢ to 17¢ |
| RATE R-6 RESIDENTIAL SERVICE (NET METERING RATE)- Three Phase - 4kW and 7kW AC | Fixed | 14¢ to 17¢ |
| RATE R-1 RESIDENTIAL TIME OF USE RATE (SINGLE PHASE) | TOU | 6¢ to 36¢ |
| RATE R-3 RESIDENTIAL SERVICE (OFF PEAK) ETS | Fixed | 6¢ |
| RATE R-6 RESIDENTIAL SERVICE (NET METERING RATE)- Three Phase - 2kW and 4kW AC | Fixed | 14¢ to 17¢ |
| RATE R-5 RESIDENTIAL SERVICE-ASSISTANCE WITH CONTROLLED WATER HEATING (SINGLE PHASE) | Fixed | 6¢ to 17¢ |
| RATE-RS DHW RESIDENTIAL SERVICE CONTROLLED WATER HEATING | Fixed | 6¢ |
Town of Sterling has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Rate Schedule-SOLAR CO-GENERATION SERVICE -Residential | Fixed | 12¢ |
| Residential Service | Fixed | 15¢ |
| Residential, Farm and Vehicle Time-Of-Use Service | TOU | 8¢ to 31¢ |
| Residential Controlled Service | Fixed | 11¢ |
City of Norwood has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Residential Heating Rate - Uncontrolled Energy | Fixed | 18¢ |
| Residential | Fixed | 19¢ |
Groveland Town of has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Residential Rate with Electric Water Heater | TOU | 6¢ to 8¢ |
| Residential Rate A | Fixed | 15¢ |
Town of Littleton has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Residential General Service (Rate 10) | Fixed | 14¢ |
| Farm Rate(Rate 15) | Fixed | 12¢ |
Town of Chester has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Residential - Farm | Fixed | 24¢ |
| Regular Residential | Fixed | 24¢ |
Town of Ashburnham has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type |
| RESIDENTIAL SERVICES | Fixed |
Town of Templeton has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type |
| Residential Time-of-Use | TOU |
| Residential | Fixed |
Town of Groton has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| RESIDENTIAL FARM RATE SCHEDULE - F1 | Fixed | 15¢ to 60¢ |
| RESIDENTIAL RATE SCHEDULE - R1 | Fixed | 17¢ to 18¢ |
| HOUSE HEATING RATE SCHEDULE - HH | Fixed | 17¢ to 18¢ |
| Time-of-Use Schedule (1000 KWh)-T2 | TOU | 10¢ to 15¢ |
| Time-of-Use Schedule - TU | TOU | 11¢ to 47¢ |
Reading Town of has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Residential Time-of-Use | TOU | 15¢ to 22¢ |
| Residential | Fixed | 20¢ |
City of Marblehead has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Residential | Fixed | 14¢ |
Town of Belmont has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| RESIDENTIAL LOW INCOME RATE LI | Fixed | 13¢ to 16¢ |
| RESIDENTIAL LOW INCOME RATE LI with MEDCIAL EXEMPTION | Fixed | 13¢ |
| RESIDENTIAL RATE A | Fixed | 18¢ to 22¢ |
Town of Merrimac has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| RATE B- RESIDENTIAL SERVICE RATE | Fixed | 10¢ |
| RATE C- RESIDENTIAL TOTAL ELECTRIC RATE | Fixed | 9¢ |
Town of Mansfield has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Residential Service | Fixed | 14¢ to 15¢ |
Town of North Attleborough has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Residential (Low Income) | Fixed | 12¢ |
| Residential Rate | Fixed | 15¢ |
City of Westfield has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Residential Rate | Fixed | 17¢ |
Rowley Town of has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Schedule A - Residential Rate | Fixed | 15¢ |
| Schedule A - Residential Rate (Farm) | Fixed | 14¢ |
City of Holyoke has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Residential Electric Schedule | Fixed | 17¢ |
West Boylston Town of has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Residential | Fixed | 15¢ |
| Residential (Off Peak Water Heater Service-separate meter) | Fixed | 13¢ |
Town of Boylston has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Schedule A-2 Storage Heat Rate | Fixed | 9¢ |
| Schedule A | Fixed | 12¢ |
| Schedule A-1 Water or Space Heat | Fixed | 11¢ |
| Off Peak Water Heater Services | Fixed | 9¢ |
City of Chicopee has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Residential - Off Peak Heating and Water Heating Service | Fixed | 13¢ |
| Residential Service | Fixed | 15¢ |
Braintree Town of has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| RESIDENTIAL SERVICE - CONTROLLED WATER HEATER RATE | Fixed | 16¢ |
| Residential Service | Fixed | 16¢ |
City of Hingham has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Off-Peak Hot Water Rate | Fixed | 10¢ to 11¢ |
| Residential Rate | Fixed | 11¢ to 12¢ |
| SCHEDULE GH GENERAL SERVICE - HEATING (RESIDENTIAL) | Fixed | 12¢ |
Nantucket Electric Co has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Residential Time-of-Use R-4 | TOU | 21¢ to 27¢ |
| Residential Rate | Fixed | 14¢ |
| Residential Space Heating | Fixed | 14¢ |
| Residential Low Income Regular R-2 | Fixed | 24¢ to 25¢ |
Town of Wakefield has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Domestic Electric Rate A | Fixed | 14¢ |
Unitil Energy Services has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Optional Fuel Assistance Rate | Fixed | 26¢ |
| Standard Residential Rate | Fixed | 26¢ |
| Electric Vehicle Rates - Delivery and Supply | TOU | 36¢ to 69¢ |
Town of Shrewsbury has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| M-1 | Fixed | 12¢ |
| Residential rate | Fixed | 14¢ |
City of Russell has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| RESIDENTIAL SERVICE SCHEDULE R1 | Fixed | 17¢ |
| RESIDENTIAL SERVICE SCHEDULE R1- FARM DISCOUNT | Fixed | 16¢ |
Town of Middleton has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Residential Rate A | Fixed | 8¢ to 9¢ |
Hull Municipal Light Plant has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Residential Rate 31 | Fixed | 15¢ |
Town of Middleborough has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Residential Electric Elderly (R-10 & R-91) | Fixed | 12¢ |
| Residential Electric | Fixed | 15¢ to 16¢ |
Town of Ipswich has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| RESIDENTIAL RATE | Fixed | 6¢ |
Town of South Hadley has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| RESIDENTIAL SERVICE SCHEDULE R1 | Fixed | 13¢ |
| RESIDENTIAL HEATING AND COOLING SCHEDULE RH | Fixed | 11¢ to 14¢ |
| RESIDENTIAL SERVICE WITH ELECTRIC DOMESTIC WATER HEATING SCHEDULE RW | Fixed | 12¢ to 13¢ |
City of Peabody has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Residential Service | Fixed | 19¢ to 22¢ |
Town of Princeton has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Residential Rate | Fixed | 19¢ |
Town of Georgetown has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Residential Rate A | Fixed | 9¢ |
National Grid has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| R-2 Low Income Residential | Fixed | 16¢ |
| R-2 Low Income Residential Farm Discount | Fixed | 11¢ |
| Regular Residential Rate | Fixed | 20¢ |
Town of Hudson has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| RESIDENTIAL ELECTRIC HOT WATER HEATER Rate 6 | Fixed | 6¢ to 14¢ |
| Residential All Electric Rate 7 | Fixed | 6¢ to 14¢ |
| Residential Rate - Single Residence Rate 1 | Fixed | 6¢ to 14¢ |
| Residential Rates - Two Residential Units, one meter Rate 2 | Fixed | 6¢ to 14¢ |
The price to compare for Eversource Energy - Massachusetts is 15.07¢. Rates are based on an estimated usage of 1,367 kWh per month.Update usage.
| Provider | Plan | Rate Per kWh | Plan Length | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Major Energy | Secure Choice 12 - EEMA cheapestcheapest 12 months | 15.49¢ | 12 months | Choose Plan | |
| Provider Power Mass | Worry Free 12 - EEMA | 15.59¢ | 12 months | Choose Plan | |
| Verde Energy | Clean Power 12 - EEMA cheapest renewable | 15.69¢ | 12 months | Choose Plan | |
| Major Energy | Secure Green Choice 12 - EEMA cheapest renewable | 15.69¢ | 12 months | Choose Plan | |
| Provider Power Mass | Worry Free Renewable 12 - EEMA | 15.79¢ | 12 months | Choose Plan | |
The price to compare for National Grid is 15.48¢. Rates are based on an estimated usage of 1,367 kWh per month.Update usage.
| Provider | Plan | Rate Per kWh | Plan Length | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Major Energy | Secure Choice 12 cheapestcheapest 12 months | 16.39¢ | 12 months | Choose Plan | |
| Verde Energy | Clean Power 12 cheapestcheapest renewable | 16.39¢ | 12 months | Choose Plan | |
| Major Energy | Secure Green Choice 12 | 16.59¢ | 12 months | Choose Plan | |
On November 25, 1997, a law restructuring Massachusetts’ electricity utility industry became effective. Technological advances in gas turbine generation combined with the high electricity rates in the state led to this legislation. The New England Electric System (NEES) was another major player that led to the deregulation of Massachusetts’ electricity market as it had drafted legislation for Rhode Island a couple of years before. In 2005, the state deregulated both electric and gas with Energy Switch Massachusetts.
As of March 2019, 58% of the state’s residents made the switch from utility electric supply to competitive supply, and almost 80% of the entire state (including residential and commercial customers) have taken advantage of the utility options.
According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA), by March 2018, Massachusetts had installed 1,867 megawatts of solar photovoltaic capacity, exceeding the state's solar goal of at least 1,600 megawatts of solar capacity by 2020.
In the latest report released in 2010, the primary renewable energy capacity source was hydro conventional, and the primary renewable energy generation source was municipal solid waste/landfill gas.
On January 28, 2019, the State House unveiled the 100% Renewable Energy Act committing to power Massachusetts’ electricity, heating, and transportation needs with renewable energy by 2045.
A lot of WattBuy’s suppliers use renewable energy sources to generate their energy. You can check if any renewable energy sources are available in your area by inputting your zip code at the top of this page!
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