Electricity rates in Chisholm, ME
Chisholm (1,380 people, Franklin 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 Chisholm
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Maine Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 28.81¢ | $155 | 538K | 318 |
Power outages in Franklin County right now
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Outage history in Franklin County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 1,517 | 461 |
| Days with outages | 96 | 77 |
| Most customers out at once | 13,392 (65.2%) | 4,453 (21.7%) |
| Worst day | 2024-08-26 | 2025-12-20 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (1,517 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Livermore Falls 28.8¢
- Jay 28.8¢
- Canton 28.8¢
- Livermore 28.8¢
- Chesterville 28.8¢
- Wilton 28.8¢
- Fayette 28.8¢
- Peru 28.8¢
- Hartford 28.8¢
- Mount Vernon 28.8¢
ZIP codes: 04239, 04253, 04262
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Chisholm?
Most homes in Chisholm 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 Chisholm?
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 Chisholm, ME?
Central Maine Power Co. serves Chisholm.
How often does the power go out in Chisholm?
In 2025, customers in Franklin County averaged 7 hr 41 min without power. Outages hit 77 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-12-20, when 4,453 customers (21.7%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.