Electricity rates in Paris, ME
Paris (5,073 people, Oxford 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 Paris
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Maine Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 28.81¢ | $155 | 538K | 318 |
Power outages in Oxford County right now
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Outage history in Oxford County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 3,134 | 450 |
| Days with outages | 104 | 97 |
| Most customers out at once | 25,282 (66.2%) | 6,434 (16.8%) |
| Worst day | 2024-04-05 | 2025-10-07 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (3,134 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- South Paris 28.8¢
- Norway 28.8¢
- West Paris 28.8¢
- Hebron 28.8¢
- Buckfield 28.8¢
- Oxford 28.8¢
- Hartford 28.8¢
- Mechanic Falls 28.8¢
- Turner 28.8¢
- Harrison 28.8¢
ZIP codes: 04271
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Paris?
Most homes in Paris 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 Paris?
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 Paris, ME?
Central Maine Power Co. serves Paris.
How often does the power go out in Paris?
In 2025, customers in Oxford County averaged 7 hr 30 min without power. Outages hit 97 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-10-07, when 6,434 customers (16.8%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.