Electricity rates in Calais, ME
Calais (2,980 people, Washington County) is served by Eastern Maine Electric Co-op. Homes on Eastern Maine Electric Co-op pay about 21.67¢/kWh, 26% less than the Maine average.
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Electric companies serving Calais
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern Maine Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 21.67¢ | $113 | 11K | 991 |
Power outages in Washington County right now
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Outage history in Washington County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 1,369 | 411 |
| Days with outages | 76 | 47 |
| Most customers out at once | 13,616 (89.9%) | 4,705 (31.1%) |
| Worst day | 2024-01-10 | 2025-04-14 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (1,369 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Eastport 32.7¢
- East Machias 32.7¢
- Machias 32.7¢
- Machiasport 32.7¢
- Addison 32.7¢
- Jonesport 32.7¢
- Cherryfield 32.7¢
- Milbridge 32.7¢
- Steuben 32.7¢
- Lincoln 32.7¢
ZIP codes: 04619
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Calais?
Most homes in Calais get power from Eastern Maine Electric Co-op, where residential customers pay an average of 21.67¢/kWh including all charges. The Maine average is 29.31¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢.
What is the average electric bill in Calais?
About $113 a month, based on 520 kWh a month (the average for Eastern Maine Electric Co-op customers) at 21.67¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Calais, ME?
Eastern Maine Electric Co-op serves Calais.
How often does the power go out in Calais?
In 2025, customers in Washington County averaged 6 hr 51 min without power. Outages hit 47 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-04-14, when 4,705 customers (31.1%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.