WattBuy’s Guide toElectricity in
Electricity in
Massachusetts
Here's the average monthly bill, usage, and carbon footprint of residents in Massachusetts
January
$806highestFebruary
$660March
$443April
$334May
$285June
$277lowestJuly
$320August
$286September
$281October
$300November
$342December
$604Carbon Emissions
1,156 lbs CO₂
Monthly Usage
1,367 kWh
Massachusetts's energy comes from Natural Gas, Solar, Nuclear, Petroleum, Hydroelectric, and Wind. Natural Gas is the largest source of electricity, providing 56% of Massachusetts's energy. Solar is the second largest source, making up 17%. Nuclear provides 14% of the energy in Massachusetts. Petroleum provides 8% of the energy in Massachusetts. Hydroelectric provides 5% of the energy in Massachusetts. Wind provides 1% of the energy in Massachusetts.
55%
Natural Gas
17%
Solar
14%
Nuclear
8%
Petroleum
5%
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:
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 All Electric Rate 7 | Fixed | 6¢ to 14¢ |
| RESIDENTIAL ELECTRIC HOT WATER HEATER Rate 6 | 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¢ |
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¢ |
Eversource Energy - Massachusetts has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| South Shore, Cape Cod and Martha's Vineyard Residential Space Heating R-3 BS (86) | Fixed | 24¢ |
| Residential Rate (Cape Cod and Martha's Vineyard Service Area) | Fixed | 17¢ |
| Cambridge Electric Light Company Residential R-1 (01) | Fixed | 24¢ |
| Eastern Massachusetts Residential Rate (R-1) | Fixed | 31¢ |
| Western Massachusetts Residential Space Heating R-3 (A4) | Fixed | 27¢ |
| Eastern Massachusetts Residential Space Heating Low Income Rate R-4 | Fixed | 28¢ |
| Eastern Massachusetts Residential Space Heating R-3 | Fixed | 13¢ |
| South Shore, Cape Cod and Martha Vineyard Residential R-1 Annual CLC (32) | Fixed | 25¢ |
| Western Massachusetts Residential Space Heating Low Income Rate R-4 | Fixed | 26¢ |
| Cape Cod Residential Discount Rate (R-2) | Fixed | 29¢ |
| Cape Cod Residential Rate (R-1) | Fixed | 16¢ |
| South Shore, Cape Cod and Martha's Vineyard Residential Space Heating R-3 BS (86) | Fixed | 10¢ |
| Western Massachusetts Residential Discount Rate (R-2) | Fixed | 12¢ |
| Western Massachusetts Residential Space Heating Low Income Rate R-4 | Fixed | 11¢ |
| Cape Cod Residential Space Heating Low Income Rate R-4 | Fixed | 28¢ |
| Cambridge Electric Light Company Residential R-1 (01) | Fixed | 11¢ |
| Western Massachusetts Residential Discount Rate (R-2) | Fixed | 27¢ |
| Eastern Massachusetts Residential Rate (R-1) | Fixed | 14¢ |
| Cape Cod Residential Space Heating R-3 | Fixed | 15¢ |
| Cape Cod Residential Rate (R-1) | Fixed | 33¢ |
| Western Massachusetts Residential Space Heating R-3 (A4) | Fixed | 13¢ |
| Western Massachusetts Residential Rate (R-1) | Fixed | 29¢ |
| Cape Cod Residential Discount Rate (R-2) | Fixed | 13¢ |
| Cambridge Electric Light Company Residential Space Heating R-3 (04) | Fixed | 23¢ |
| Cambridge Electric Light Company Residential Space Heating R-3 (04) | Fixed | 10¢ |
| Greater Boston Residential R-1 (A1) | Fixed | 24¢ |
| South Shore Residential R-1 Annual BS (32) | Fixed | 11¢ |
| Cape Cod Residential Space Heating Low Income Rate R-4 | Fixed | 11¢ |
| Greater Boston Residential Assistance A4 (R-3) without electric heat | Fixed | 10¢ |
| Eastern Massachusetts Residential Space Heating R-3 | Fixed | 30¢ |
| Cape Cod Residential Space Heating R-3 | Fixed | 32¢ |
| Greater Boston Residential R-1 (A1) | Fixed | 11¢ |
| Western Massachusetts Residential Rate (R-1) | Fixed | 14¢ |
| South Shore Residential R-1 Annual BS (32) | Fixed | 24¢ |
| Greater Boston Residential Assistance A2 (R-2) with electric heat | Fixed | 9¢ |
| South Shore, Cape Cod and Martha Vineyard Residential R-1 Annual CLC (32) | Fixed | 11¢ |
| Eastern Massachusetts Residential Discount Rate (R-2) | Fixed | 30¢ |
| Greater Boston Residential Assistance A4 (R-3) without electric heat | Fixed | 23¢ |
| Residential Rate (Cambridge/Greater Boston/South Shore Service Area) | Fixed | 17¢ |
| Eastern Massachusetts Residential Discount Rate (R-2) | Fixed | 13¢ |
| Greater Boston Residential Assistance A2 (R-2) with electric heat | Fixed | 23¢ |
| Eastern Massachusetts Residential Space Heating Low Income Rate R-4 | Fixed | 11¢ |
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¢ |
Town of Chester has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Regular Residential | Fixed | 24¢ |
| Residential - Farm | Fixed | 24¢ |
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 | 16¢ |
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 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¢ |
| Time-of-Use Schedule (1000 KWh)-T2 | TOU | 10¢ to 15¢ |
| Time-of-Use Schedule - TU | TOU | 11¢ to 47¢ |
| HOUSE HEATING RATE SCHEDULE - HH | Fixed | 17¢ to 18¢ |
| RESIDENTIAL RATE SCHEDULE - R1 | Fixed | 17¢ to 18¢ |
Town of Boylston has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Off Peak Water Heater Services | Fixed | 9¢ |
| Schedule A | Fixed | 12¢ |
| Schedule A-1 Water or Space Heat | Fixed | 11¢ |
| Schedule A-2 Storage Heat Rate | Fixed | 9¢ |
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 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¢ |
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¢ |
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 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¢ |
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 | 16¢ |
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 Rate | Fixed | 15¢ |
| Residential (Low Income) | Fixed | 12¢ |
National Grid has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Regular Residential Rate | Fixed | 20¢ |
| R-2 Low Income Residential Farm Discount | Fixed | 11¢ |
| R-2 Low Income Residential | Fixed | 16¢ |
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- Additional | Fixed | 26¢ to 41¢ |
| RESIDENTIAL SERVICE - GENERAL(Consumption above 300 kWh) | Fixed | 17¢ to 21¢ |
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 D | Fixed | 12¢ |
| DOMESTIC RATE A | Fixed | 12¢ |
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¢ |
Unitil Energy Services has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Electric Vehicle Rates - Delivery and Supply | TOU | 36¢ to 69¢ |
| Optional Fuel Assistance Rate | Fixed | 26¢ |
| Standard Residential Rate | Fixed | 26¢ |
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- FARM DISCOUNT | Fixed | 16¢ |
| RESIDENTIAL SERVICE SCHEDULE R1 | Fixed | 17¢ |
Town of Ashburnham has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type |
| RESIDENTIAL SERVICES | Fixed |
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¢ |
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 ¢ |
| SCHEDULE GH GENERAL SERVICE - HEATING (RESIDENTIAL) | Fixed | 12¢ |
| Residential Rate | Fixed | 11¢ to 12¢ |
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 | 16¢ to 22¢ |
| Residential | Fixed | 20¢ |
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 | 15¢ |
| Residential Service | Fixed | 16¢ |
Town of Sterling has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Residential Service | Fixed | 15¢ |
| Residential Controlled Service | Fixed | 11¢ |
| Residential, Farm and Vehicle Time-Of-Use Service | TOU | 8¢ to 31¢ |
| Rate Schedule-SOLAR CO-GENERATION SERVICE -Residential | Fixed | 12¢ |
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 A | Fixed | 15¢ |
| Residential Rate with Electric Water Heater | TOU | 6¢ to 8¢ |
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 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¢ |
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 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¢ |
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¢ |
Town of Littleton has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Farm Rate(Rate 15) | Fixed | 12¢ |
| Residential General Service (Rate 10) | Fixed | 14¢ |
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 Templeton has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Schedule A-2: Residential Time-of-Use | TOU | 8¢ to 15¢ |
| Schedule A-1: Residential | Fixed | 15¢ |
Town of Shrewsbury has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Residential rate | Fixed | 13¢ |
| M-1 | Fixed | 12¢ |
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 | Fixed | 19¢ |
| Residential Heating Rate - Uncontrolled Energy | Fixed | 18¢ |
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 (Farm) | Fixed | 14¢ |
| Schedule A - Residential Rate | Fixed | 15¢ |
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 Merrimac has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| RATE C- RESIDENTIAL TOTAL ELECTRIC RATE | Fixed | 9¢ |
| RATE B- RESIDENTIAL SERVICE RATE | Fixed | 10¢ |
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-1 SGM SINGLE PHASE (SMART GRID METER) | Fixed | 14¢ to 17¢ |
| RATE R-6 RESIDENTIAL SERVICE (NET METERING RATE)- Three Phase - 7kW and 10kW AC | Fixed | 14¢ to 17¢ |
| RATE R-3 RESIDENTIAL SERVICE (OFF PEAK) ETS | Fixed | 6¢ |
| RATE R-1 RESIDENTIAL TIME OF USE RATE (SINGLE PHASE) | TOU | 6¢ to 36¢ |
| Rate R-1 EV Tour - Residential Time of Use Rate | TOU | 6¢ to 14¢ |
| RATE R-1 SGM THREE PHASE (SMART GRID METER) | Fixed | 14¢ to 17¢ |
| RATE R-4 RESIDENTIAL SERVICE-ASSISTANCE RATE (SINGLE PHASE) | Fixed | 6¢ to 17¢ |
| RATE R-7 RESIDENTIAL SERVICE (ELECTRIC RESISTANCE & HEAT PUMP HEATING SYSTEMS/DHW) | Fixed | 14¢ |
| RATE R-1 RESIDENTIAL SERVICE (SINGLE PHASE) | Fixed | 14¢ to 17¢ |
| RATE R-6 RESIDENTIAL SERVICE (NET METERING RATE)- Three Phase - 2kW and 4kW AC | Fixed | 14¢ to 17¢ |
| RATE R-6 RESIDENTIAL SERVICE (NET METERING RATE)- Three Phase - 4kW and 7kW AC | Fixed | 14¢ to 17¢ |
| RATE R-1 RESIDENTIAL SERVICE (THREE PHASE) | Fixed | 14¢ to 17¢ |
| RATE R-2 RESIDENTIAL SERVICE WITH CONTROLLED WATER HEATING (SINGLE PHASE) | Fixed | 6¢ to 17¢ |
| RATE R-1 RESIDENTIAL SERVICE - FARM (SINGLE PHASE) | Fixed | 13¢ to 15¢ |
| RATE R-2 RESIDENTIAL TIME OF USE RATE W/ CONTROLLED WATER HEATING (SINGLE PHASE) | Fixed | 6¢ to 17¢ |
| RATE R-4 RESIDENTIAL SERVICE-ASSISTANCE RATE (THREE PHASE) | Fixed | 6¢ to 17¢ |
| RATE-RS DHW RESIDENTIAL SERVICE CONTROLLED WATER HEATING | Fixed | 6¢ |
| RATE R-2 RESIDENTIAL SERVICE WITH CONTROLLED WATER HEATING (THREE PHASE) | Fixed | 6¢ to 17¢ |
| RATE R-5 RESIDENTIAL SERVICE-ASSISTANCE WITH CONTROLLED WATER HEATING (THREE PHASE) | Fixed | 6¢ to 17¢ |
| RATE R-2 RESIDENTIAL TIME OF USE RATE W/ CONTROLLED WATER HEATING (THREE PHASE) | Fixed | 6¢ to 17¢ |
| RATE R-3 RESIDENTIAL SERVICE (OFF PEAK), ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING | Fixed | 6¢ |
| RATE R-1 RESIDENTIAL SERVICE - FARM (THREE PHASE) | Fixed | 13¢ to 15¢ |
| RATE R-6 RESIDENTIAL SERVICE (NET METERING RATE) - 2kW and 4kW AC | Fixed | 14¢ to 17¢ |
| RATE R-1 RESIDENTIAL TIME OF USE RATE (THREE PHASE) | TOU | 6¢ to 36¢ |
| RATE R-6 RESIDENTIAL SERVICE (NET METERING RATE) - 4kW and 7kW AC | Fixed | 14¢ to 17¢ |
| RATE R-5 RESIDENTIAL SERVICE-ASSISTANCE WITH 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¢ |
The price to compare for Eversource Energy - Massachusetts is 13.35¢. Rates are based on an estimated usage of 1,367 kWh per month.Update usage.
| Provider | Plan | Rate Per kWh | Plan Length | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Constellation Energy | 7 Month Home Power Plan - BE cheapestcheapest <12 months | 13.49¢ | 7 months | Choose Plan | |
| Constellation Energy | 18 Month Home Power Plan - BE cheapest 13+ months | 13.89¢ | 18 months | Choose Plan | |
| Constellation Energy | 24 Month Green Home Power Plan - BE cheapest renewable | 16.29¢ | 24 months | Choose Plan | |
The price to compare for National Grid is 16.06¢. Rates are based on an estimated usage of 1,367 kWh per month.Update usage.
| Provider | Plan | Rate Per kWh | Plan Length | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Constellation Energy | 6 Month Home Power Plan cheapestcheapest <12 months | 12.09¢ | 6 months | Choose Plan | |
| Constellation Energy | 7 Month Home Power Plan | 13.39¢ | 7 months | Choose Plan | |
| Constellation Energy | 24 Month Home Power Plan cheapest 13+ months | 14.69¢ | 24 months | Choose Plan | |
| Constellation Energy | 24 Month Green Home Power Plan cheapest renewable | 16.09¢ | 24 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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