Electricity rates in Jay, ME
Jay (4,988 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 Jay
| 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
- Chisholm 28.8¢
- Livermore Falls 28.8¢
- Wilton 28.8¢
- Canton 28.8¢
- Chesterville 28.8¢
- Livermore 28.8¢
- Peru 28.8¢
- Hartford 28.8¢
- Fayette 28.8¢
- Mount Vernon 28.8¢
ZIP codes: 04239
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Jay?
Most homes in Jay 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 Jay?
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 Jay, ME?
Central Maine Power Co. serves Jay.
How often does the power go out in Jay?
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.