Massachusetts Electricity Rates & Average Electricity Bills

Electricity Rates in Massachusetts

Electricity Rates, Plans & Statistics

Electricity Companies & Statistics in Massachusetts

  • Population
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    6,981,974
  • Total Production
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    19,431,934 MWh / 2.78 MWh per capita
  • Total Consumption
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    49,724,186 MWh / 7.12 MWh per capita
  • Total Production from Renewable
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    3,624,149 MWh / 0.52 MWh per capita
  • CO2 Emissions from Consumption
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    19,838,548,097 kg / 2,841.4 kg per capita
  • Total Production from Non-Renewable
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    15,808,065 MWh / 2.26 MWh per capita
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Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Massachusetts

Massachusetts residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in August.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.324/kWh$0.195/kWh$200.94/mo.$95.98/mo.
50th29.40¢Average residential price per kWh in the state of Massachusetts
48th$165.42Average residential monthly electricity bill for Massachusetts Residents

Massachusetts Electricity Fuel Mix

Massachusetts' Electricity Prices and Usage

Massachusetts' average residential electricity rate in 2023 is 29.40 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 84.93% above the national average price of 15.90 cents.. The state operates a deregulated electricity market, meaning citizens may choose from an abundance of electricity companies rather than be forced to buy electricity from a single option based on their home address. The state generates 19,431,934.02 megawatt hours from its power generating plants, which is the 41st highest total production of a state in the country. There has been a 2.41% increase in the amount of electricity produced from solar energy in the past 12 months, which is an increase of 46,584.55 megawatt hours a year. Massachusetts has experienced a 5.14% drop during the course of the last 12 months in the usage of renewable fuels for electricity production. As the 39th worst polluting state based on emissions per person from electricity consumption, Massachusetts customers account for emissions of 2,841.4 kilograms of CO2 emissions each.

Massachusetts Electricity Plans

There are 25617 plans. Plans are subject to change at any time and these may not be the plans currently offered.

Most Popular Massachusetts Plans

24 Month Green Home Power Plan

Residential

  • Rate 15.99¢ / kWh
  • Contract Length 24 mo.
  • Effective Date Aug 2023
  • Green Energy 100%

24 Month Green Home Power Plan

Residential

  • Rate 15.99¢ / kWh
  • Contract Length 24 mo.
  • Effective Date Aug 2023
  • Green Energy 100%

24 Month Green Home Power Plan

Residential

  • Rate 15.99¢ / kWh
  • Contract Length 24 mo.
  • Effective Date Aug 2023
  • Green Energy 100%

24 Month Green Home Power Plan

Residential

  • Rate 15.99¢ / kWh
  • Contract Length 24 mo.
  • Effective Date Aug 2023
  • Green Energy 100%

All Massachusetts Plans

24 Month Green Home Power Plan

Residential

  • Rate 15.99¢ / kWh
  • Contract Length 24 mo.
  • Effective Date Aug 2023
  • Green Energy 100%

24 Month Green Home Power Plan

Residential

  • Rate 15.99¢ / kWh
  • Contract Length 24 mo.
  • Effective Date Aug 2023
  • Green Energy 100%

24 Month Green Home Power Plan

Residential

  • Rate 15.99¢ / kWh
  • Contract Length 24 mo.
  • Effective Date Aug 2023
  • Green Energy 100%

24 Month Green Home Power Plan

Residential

  • Rate 15.99¢ / kWh
  • Contract Length 24 mo.
  • Effective Date Aug 2023
  • Green Energy 100%

24 Month Green Home Power Plan

Residential

  • Rate 14.59¢ / kWh
  • Contract Length 24 mo.
  • Effective Date Aug 2023
  • Green Energy 100%

24 Month Green Home Power Plan

Residential

  • Rate 15.09¢ / kWh
  • Contract Length 24 mo.
  • Effective Date Aug 2023
  • Green Energy 100%

24 Month Green Home Power Plan

Residential

  • Rate 15.09¢ / kWh
  • Contract Length 24 mo.
  • Effective Date Aug 2023
  • Green Energy 100%

24 Month Green Home Power Plan

Residential

  • Rate 15.09¢ / kWh
  • Contract Length 24 mo.
  • Effective Date Aug 2023
  • Green Energy 100%

24 Month Green Home Power Plan

Residential

  • Rate 15.99¢ / kWh
  • Contract Length 24 mo.
  • Effective Date Aug 2023
  • Green Energy 100%

24 Month Green Home Power Plan

Residential

  • Rate 15.99¢ / kWh
  • Contract Length 24 mo.
  • Effective Date Aug 2023
  • Green Energy 100%

24 Month Green Home Power Plan

Residential

  • Rate 15.99¢ / kWh
  • Contract Length 24 mo.
  • Effective Date Aug 2023
  • Green Energy 100%

Residential Electricity Providers in Massachusetts

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)State Production (MWh)
National GridBUNDLED37.03183.543,543,871.541,312,179,0123,558
Constellation EnergyENERGY11.0662.083,052,519337,656,9001,500,259
Eversource EnergyBUNDLED30.43144.372,395,515728,984,00066,582
Direct EnergyENERGY11.9481.041,984,141236,839,200
Dynegy Energy ServicesENERGY10.3866.641,277,042132,511,8005,862,889
Inspire EnergyENERGY14.7687.47411,90860,803,400
First Point PowerENERGY11.6184.03373,66843,397,800
Taunton Municipal LightBUNDLED17.22119.17285,64949,193,0009,555.24
Reading Municipal Light DepartmentBUNDLED16.42127.01252,101.1941,400,084
Residents EnergyENERGY15.6885.13225,28935,328,200

Commercial Electricity Providers in Massachusetts

ProviderService TypeCommercial Rate (¢)Commercial Average Bill ($)Commercial Sales (MWh)Commercial Revenues ($)State Production (MWh)
Constellation EnergyENERGY10.78665.927,708,053831,056,4001,500,259
Strategic Energy LLCENERGY10.542,339.132,793,217294,477,300
Eversource EnergyBUNDLED27.10502.091,204,550326,390,00066,582
National GridBUNDLED16.77256.911,175,809.26197,178,1013,558
Hudson EnergyENERGY11.02910.49610,75667,303,700
First Point PowerENERGY11.37402.77389,56244,296,500
Reading Municipal Light DepartmentBUNDLED13.671,342.18384,978.552,616,128
Dynegy Energy ServicesENERGY10.99175.7360,25439,585,9005,862,889
Holyoke Gas and ElectricBUNDLED13.97917.75225,51131,498,000257,113
Braintree ElectricBUNDLED15.79896.19185,73329,327,00022,813

Power Plants in Massachusetts

PlantCity/CountyPrimary Fuel TypeProduction (MWh)Emission (KG)Emissions/MWh (KG/MWh)Toxic Chemical ReleaseClosing Date
ANP Bellingham Energy ProjectDynegy Energy Services (100.00%)
Norfolk County Natural Gas 2,926,8151,189,194,727.84406.31
ANP Blackstone Energy ProjectDynegy Energy Services (100.00%)
Worcester County Natural Gas 2,826,9551,155,656,191.62408.8
Fore River Generating StationCalpine (100.00%)
Weymouth Town Natural Gas 2,339,570939,586,534.55401.61
Mystic Generating StationConstellation Energy (100.00%)
Everett Natural Gas 1,493,304600,492,860.52402.126/2024
Kendall Square StationKendall Green Energy, LLC (100.00%)
Cambridge Natural Gas 1,465,429456,863,969.63311.76
SEMASS Resource RecoverySEMASS Partnership (100.00%)
Plymouth County Non-biogenic Municipal Solid Waste 593,755966,217,197.181,627.3
Salem Harbor Power Development LPFootprint Salem Harbor Development LP (100.00%)
Salem Natural Gas 508,638210,212,312.1413.28
Millennium PowerTalen Energy (100.00%)
Worcester County Natural Gas 487,102190,976,364.18392.07
Covanta HaverhillOgden Projects Inc-Haverhill (100.00%)
Haverhill Non-biogenic Municipal Solid Waste 338,240503,450,977.31,488.44
Wheelabrator Millbury FacilityWheelabrator Environmental Systems (100.00%)
Worcester County Non-biogenic Municipal Solid Waste 312,088468,644,904.61,501.64

Quick Facts

Massachusetts has achieved a 7.19% decrease in CO2 emissions on account of electricity use during the course of the past 12 months.

Massachusetts produces 18.65% of its electricity from renewable fuel sources, or 0.52 megawatt hours per citizen per year.

Massachusetts' ability to provide 492,718.36 megawatts of electricity through the use of hydroelectric power sources, has given rise to its ranking of 37th highest hydroelectric energy producer in the nation.

As the 15th highest generator of solar energy in the US, Massachusetts produces 1,977,123.14 megawatt hours.

Massachusetts is the 27th highest polluting state in the country based on electricity related pollution, emitting 19,838,548,096.86 kilograms of CO2 emissions.

The 15,808,065.48 megawatt hours of electricity generated by non-renewable fuel types puts Massachusetts at 41st worst in the nation in non-renewable energy generation.

CountyPopulationProvidersPlantsResidential Rate (¢)Residential Avg. Electric Bill
Barnstable County232,45751332.87$173.59/mo
Berkshire County127,85951332.99$173.65/mo
Bristol County580,0685432.38$173.26/mo
Dukes County20,2775033.78$174.43/mo
Essex County806,76558631.59$173.11/mo
Franklin County70,89451432.92$173.61/mo
Hampden County461,04156432.97$172.99/mo
Hampshire County162,5885233.08$173.62/mo
Middlesex County1,617,10559533.03$173.16/mo
Nantucket County13,7954931.84$173.93/mo
Norfolk County725,53154332.64$173.73/mo
Plymouth County533,06955132.85$173.56/mo
Suffolk County766,38151233.52$174.15/mo
Worcester County862,92762832.72$173.76/mo

Power Plant Fuel Types, Emissions & Pollution Factors

Tracking emissions on a per capita basis gives us a glimpse of the emissions efficiency of a state. Massachusetts averages 2,841.4 kilograms of CO2 emissions per resident from electricity use, which ranks them 39th worst in the US. At 2,841.4 kilograms per person and 6,981,974 people in the state, the state emits 19,838,548,096.86 kilograms of CO2 emissions per year. Electricity plants in the state most often use Natural Gas, which makes up 75.21% of the fuel types used for electricity generation in the state. Solar and Non-biogenic Municipal Solid Waste make up 10.17% and 4.79% of generation, respectively. There are 37 electricity generation plants in the state of Massachusetts, which is the 25th most power plants in a state in the US and translates to the 45th highest amount of plants per resident.

NATURAL GAS
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
75.21%
SOLAR
Solar
Solar
10.17%
NON-BIOGENIC MUNICIPAL SOLID WASTE
Non-biogenic Municipal Solid Waste
4.79%
BIOGENIC MUNICIPAL SOLID WASTE
Biogenic Municipal Solid Waste
3.92%
CONVENTIONAL HYDROELECTRIC
Conventional Hydroelectric
2.54%
OTHER
Other
3.37%

Massachusetts Net Metering

Companies offering net metering in Massachusetts include Constellation Energy, National Grid, and Eversource Energy. The state of Massachusetts has highly favorable state level net metering regulations.

Energy Loss

The average energy loss for providers in Massachusetts is 2.20%. This includes data from 18 companies, including Eversource Energy, Taunton Municipal Light, and Reading Municipal Light Department. The United States average for energy loss is 2.87%, which earns a rank of 9th best in the US for Massachusetts in this category.

Solar Taxes And Rebates

When it comes to encouraging home installs of solar, one of the best uses of government resources is tax breaks and rebates for solar installs. Massachusetts offers a credit that is $1000 or less or there is no state tax. The state has no overarching rebate program, but local rebates are available to many residents who wish to install private solar at their residence. Fortunately, Massachusetts offers a 100% tax exemption to residents who wish to install solar panels. There is currently a 100% sales tax exemption in place for the install of solar panels at a home.

State Level Initiatives

Whether a customer is able to easily find electricity options with renewable fuel types is at least somewhat determined by legislation at the state level. Renewable Portfolio Standards (RPS) encourage or require electricity suppliers to produce a percentage of their electricity using green energy. The state of Massachusetts makes it necessary for electric suppliers to generate between 16-24% of their electricity output from renewable fuel sources. Furthermore, low income solar programs are another way states encourage renewable fuel sources and Massachusetts is home to a program that does exactly that.

Learn about going solar in Massachusetts, find out which system size is best for you, compare local installers and see which incentives are available in your area.

Deregulated Cities in Massachusetts

FAQ: Common Questions About Electricity in Massachusetts

How much does electricity cost in Massachusetts?

Anything below the Massachusetts average of 29.40 cents per kilowatt hour is a good electricity rate. The rates in the state range from 12.31 cents to 37.03 cents per kilowatt hour, with Hudson Light and Power currently having the lowest rates.

Does Massachusetts have a deregulated electricity market?

Yes, Massachusetts has a deregulated electricity market, meaning consumers have a choice of which electricity supplier that they choose.

Where does Massachusetts get its electricity?

The main fuel used for electricity generation in Massachusetts is Natural Gas, making up 75.21% of the fuel used in the state. Solar and Non-biogenic Municipal Solid Waste also account for 10.17% and 4.79% respectively.

Which electricity company is the largest provider in Massachusetts?

By total revenue, National Grid is the largest electricity company in Massachusetts.

What electricity companies offer service in Massachusetts?

How many power plants are located within Massachusetts?

Massachusetts is home to 37 active power plants generating electricity for the state.

How many electric companies offer service in Massachusetts?

Massachusetts is home to 72 electricity suppliers operating in the area.

What is the average electric bill in Massachusetts?

In 2023, Massachusetts has an average electricity bill of $165, while the United States average is $138.

What is the cheapest electricity company in Massachusetts?

Residential Rate RankProviderResidential Rate (¢)State Customers
1Hudson Light and Power12.3113,359
2Peabody Municipal Light Plant12.5926,647
3Shrewsbury Electric and Cable Operations13.5216,335
4Littleton Electric Light and Water Department13.577,518
5West Boylston Municipal Light13.713,747
6Templeton Light and Water13.853,765
7Middleton Electric14.323,965
8Middleboro Gas and Electric14.4317,783
9Mansfield Electric14.7310,545
10Braintree Electric14.7416,738

Fernando García
Last Reviewed By: Fernando García
Published: 2023-11-10