Electricity rates in Farmington, ME
Farmington (4,288 people, Franklin 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 Farmington
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Maine Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 28.81¢ | $155 | 538K | 318 |
| Town of Madison | Municipal utility | 15.81¢ | $112 | 2,447 | — |
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
- Wilton 28.8¢
- New Sharon 28.8¢
- Chesterville 28.8¢
- Strong 28.8¢
- Jay 28.8¢
- Chisholm 28.8¢
- Livermore Falls 28.8¢
- Phillips 28.8¢
- Mount Vernon 28.8¢
- Rome 28.8¢
ZIP codes: 04938
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Farmington?
Most homes in Farmington 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 Farmington: Town of Madison (15.81¢).
What is the average electric bill in Farmington?
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 Farmington, ME?
2 utilities serve Farmington's ZIP codes: Central Maine Power Co., Town of Madison. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Farmington?
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.