Electricity rates in Appleton, ME
Appleton (1,321 people, Knox County) is served by Central Maine Power Co.. Homes on Central Maine Power Co. pay about 28.81¢/kWh, 2% less than the Maine average.
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Electric companies serving Appleton
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Maine Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 28.81¢ | $155 | 538K | 318 |
Power outages in Knox County right now
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Outage history in Knox County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 2,180 | 799 |
| Days with outages | 96 | 75 |
| Most customers out at once | 11,265 (73.4%) | 16,222 (105.7%) |
| Worst day | 2024-04-04 | 2025-12-26 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (2,180 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Hope 28.8¢
- Union 28.8¢
- Searsmont 28.8¢
- Washington 28.8¢
- Camden 28.8¢
- Rockport 28.8¢
- Jefferson 28.8¢
- Warren 28.8¢
- Lincolnville 28.8¢
- Palermo 28.8¢
ZIP codes: 04862, 04973
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Appleton?
Most homes in Appleton get power from Central Maine Power Co., where residential customers pay an average of 28.81¢/kWh including all charges. The Maine average is 29.31¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢.
What is the average electric bill in Appleton?
About $155 a month, based on 538 kWh a month (the average for Central Maine Power Co. customers) at 28.81¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Appleton, ME?
Central Maine Power Co. serves Appleton.
How often does the power go out in Appleton?
In 2025, customers in Knox County averaged 13 hr 19 min without power. Outages hit 75 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-12-26, when 16,222 customers (105.7%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.