Electricity rates in Franklin, ME
Franklin (1,424 people, Hancock County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Versant Power pay about 32.72¢/kWh, 12% more than the Maine average.
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Electric companies serving Franklin
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Versant Power | Investor-owned utility | 32.72¢ | $162 | 132K | 500 |
| Eastern Maine Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 21.67¢ | $113 | 11K | 991 |
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
- Hancock 32.7¢
- Sullivan 32.7¢
- Ellsworth 28.8¢
- Gouldsboro 32.7¢
- Trenton 32.7¢
- Bar Harbor 32.7¢
- Steuben 32.7¢
- Surry 28.8¢
- Cherryfield 32.7¢
- Milbridge 32.7¢
ZIP codes: 04634
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Franklin?
Most homes in Franklin get power from Versant Power, where residential customers pay an average of 32.72¢/kWh including all charges. The Maine average is 29.31¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Franklin: Eastern Maine Electric Co-op (21.67¢).
What is the average electric bill in Franklin?
About $162 a month, based on 496 kWh a month (the average for Versant Power customers) at 32.72¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Franklin, ME?
2 utilities serve Franklin's ZIP codes: Versant Power, Eastern Maine Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Franklin?
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.