WattBuy’s Guide toElectricity in
Electricity in
Wellesley
Massachusetts
Massachusetts
Here's the average monthly bill, usage, and carbon footprint of residents in Wellesley
January
$240February
$242March
$192April
$204May
$191June
$267July
$426highestAugust
$302September
$233October
$216November
$202December
$168lowestCarbon Emissions
714 lbs CO₂
Monthly Usage
820 kWh
Wellesley's energy comes from Natural Gas, Solar, Nuclear, Hydroelectric, and Wind. Natural Gas is the largest source of electricity, providing 61% of Wellesley's energy. Solar is the second largest source, making up 20%. Nuclear provides 15% of the energy in Wellesley. Hydroelectric provides 4% of the energy in Wellesley. Wind provides 1% of the energy in Wellesley.
60%
Natural Gas
20%
Solar
15%
Nuclear
4%
Hydroelectric
1%
Wind
Solar power is on the rise, helping homeowners save on their electricity bills and power their homes sustainably.
539 kWh
Energy generated by average sized system
$16,124
Average system cost
(after federal incentive)
6 years
Payback period
Net metering policies in Wellesley 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 Wellesley. The following companies provide electricity plans in the city:
Wellesley Town of has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Rate Schedule RS-1 | Fixed | 8¢ to 12¢ |
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