Electricity rates in Searsmont, ME
Searsmont (1,221 people, Waldo 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 Searsmont
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Maine Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 28.81¢ | $155 | 538K | 318 |
Power outages in Waldo County right now
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Outage history in Waldo County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 2,055 | 575 |
| Days with outages | 102 | 63 |
| Most customers out at once | 12,886 (56.8%) | 6,361 (28%) |
| Worst day | 2024-03-24 | 2025-06-20 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (2,055 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Appleton 28.8¢
- Hope 28.8¢
- Belfast 28.8¢
- Washington 28.8¢
- Lincolnville 28.8¢
- Union 28.8¢
- Northport 28.8¢
- Camden 28.8¢
- Brooks 28.8¢
- Rockport 28.8¢
ZIP codes: 04973
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Searsmont?
Most homes in Searsmont 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 Searsmont?
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 Searsmont, ME?
Central Maine Power Co. serves Searsmont.
How often does the power go out in Searsmont?
In 2025, customers in Waldo County averaged 9 hr 35 min without power. Outages hit 63 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-20, when 6,361 customers (28%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.