Electricity rates in China, ME
China (4,269 people, Kennebec 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 China
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Maine Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 28.81¢ | $155 | 538K | 318 |
Power outages in Kennebec County right now
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Outage history in Kennebec County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 833 | 166 |
| Days with outages | 61 | 50 |
| Most customers out at once | 18,683 (21.3%) | 8,775 (10%) |
| Worst day | 2024-04-04 | 2025-12-20 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (833 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Albion 28.8¢
- Palermo 28.8¢
- Winslow 28.8¢
- Waterville 28.8¢
- Benton 28.8¢
- Vassalboro 28.8¢
- Fairfield 28.8¢
- Oakland 28.8¢
- Clinton 28.8¢
- Sidney 28.8¢
ZIP codes: 04910, 04935, 04962
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in China?
Most homes in China 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 China?
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 China, ME?
Central Maine Power Co. serves China.
How often does the power go out in China?
In 2025, customers in Kennebec County averaged 2 hr 46 min without power. Outages hit 50 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-12-20, when 8,775 customers (10%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.