Electricity rates in Castine, ME
Castine (1,029 people, Hancock County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Central Maine Power Co. pay about 28.81¢/kWh, 2% less than the Maine average.
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Electric companies serving Castine
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Maine Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 28.81¢ | $155 | 538K | 318 |
| Versant Power | Investor-owned utility | 32.72¢ | $162 | 132K | 500 |
Power outages in Hancock County right now
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Outage history in Hancock County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 3,327 | 1,087 |
| Days with outages | 110 | 85 |
| Most customers out at once | 33,814 (108.8%) | 16,780 (54%) |
| Worst day | 2024-07-09 | 2025-11-26 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (3,327 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Penobscot 28.8¢
- Stockton Springs 28.8¢
- Northport 28.8¢
- Belfast 28.8¢
- Sedgwick 28.8¢
- Lincolnville 28.8¢
- Deer Isle 32.7¢
- Bucksport 28.8¢
- Orland 28.8¢
- Swanville 28.8¢
ZIP codes: 04420, 04421
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Castine?
Most homes in Castine 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¢. Other utilities serving parts of Castine: Versant Power (32.72¢).
What is the average electric bill in Castine?
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 Castine, ME?
2 utilities serve Castine's ZIP codes: Central Maine Power Co., Versant Power. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Castine?
In 2025, customers in Hancock County averaged 18 hr 7 min without power. Outages hit 85 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-11-26, when 16,780 customers (54%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.