Electricity rates in Patten, ME
Patten (1,155 people, Penobscot County) is served by Eastern Maine Electric Co-op. Homes on Eastern Maine Electric Co-op pay about 21.67¢/kWh, 26% less than the Maine average.
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Electric companies serving Patten
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern Maine Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 21.67¢ | $113 | 11K | 991 |
Power outages in Penobscot County right now
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Outage history in Penobscot County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 1,046 | 522 |
| Days with outages | 102 | 91 |
| Most customers out at once | 23,342 (26.5%) | 16,598 (18.8%) |
| Worst day | 2024-11-29 | 2025-12-20 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (1,046 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- East Millinocket 32.7¢
- Millinocket 32.7¢
- Medway 32.7¢
- Hodgdon 21.7¢
- Houlton 21.7¢
- Lincoln 32.7¢
- Easton 32.7¢
- Presque Isle 32.7¢
- Enfield 32.7¢
- Howland 32.7¢
ZIP codes: 04765
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Patten?
Most homes in Patten get power from Eastern Maine Electric Co-op, where residential customers pay an average of 21.67¢/kWh including all charges. The Maine average is 29.31¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢.
What is the average electric bill in Patten?
About $113 a month, based on 520 kWh a month (the average for Eastern Maine Electric Co-op customers) at 21.67¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Patten, ME?
Eastern Maine Electric Co-op serves Patten.
How often does the power go out in Patten?
In 2025, customers in Penobscot County averaged 8 hr 42 min without power. Outages hit 91 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-12-20, when 16,598 customers (18.8%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.