Electricity rates in Sanford, ME
Sanford (20,893 people, York 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 Sanford
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Maine Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 28.81¢ | $155 | 538K | 318 |
Power outages in York County right now
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Outage history in York County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 5,284 | 360 |
| Days with outages | 109 | 83 |
| Most customers out at once | 90,611 (117.7%) | 12,037 (15.6%) |
| Worst day | 2024-04-04 | 2025-03-07 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (5,284 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Springvale 28.8¢
- South Sanford 28.8¢
- Alfred 28.8¢
- Lebanon 28.8¢
- Waterboro 28.8¢
- Shapleigh 28.8¢
- Acton 28.8¢
- North Berwick 28.8¢
- West Kennebunk 28.8¢
- Kennebunk 28.8¢
ZIP codes: 04073
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Sanford?
Most homes in Sanford 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 Sanford?
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 Sanford, ME?
Central Maine Power Co. serves Sanford.
How often does the power go out in Sanford?
In 2025, customers in York County averaged 6 hr 0 min without power. Outages hit 83 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-03-07, when 12,037 customers (15.6%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.