Electricity rates in Vinalhaven, ME
Vinalhaven (1,284 people, Knox County) is served by 3 electric utilities. Homes on Central Maine Power Co. pay about 28.81¢/kWh, 2% less than the Maine average.
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Electric companies serving Vinalhaven
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Maine Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 28.81¢ | $155 | 538K | 318 |
| Fox Islands Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 42.91¢ | $182 | 2,151 | — |
| Matinicus Plantation Electric Co. | Municipal utility | 73.24¢ | $62 | 132 | — |
Power outages in Knox County right now
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Outage history in Knox County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 2,180 | 799 |
| Days with outages | 96 | 75 |
| Most customers out at once | 11,265 (73.4%) | 16,222 (105.7%) |
| Worst day | 2024-04-04 | 2025-12-26 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (2,180 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Stonington 32.7¢
- Owls Head 28.8¢
- Rockland 28.8¢
- Deer Isle 32.7¢
- South Thomaston 28.8¢
- Rockport 28.8¢
- Camden 28.8¢
- Thomaston 28.8¢
- Lincolnville 28.8¢
- Saint George 28.8¢
ZIP codes: 04863
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Vinalhaven?
Most homes in Vinalhaven 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¢. Other utilities serving parts of Vinalhaven: Fox Islands Electric Co-op (42.91¢), Matinicus Plantation Electric Co. (73.24¢).
What is the average electric bill in Vinalhaven?
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 Vinalhaven, ME?
3 utilities serve Vinalhaven's ZIP codes: Central Maine Power Co., Fox Islands Electric Co-op, Matinicus Plantation Electric Co.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Vinalhaven?
In 2025, customers in Knox County averaged 13 hr 19 min without power. Outages hit 75 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-12-26, when 16,222 customers (105.7%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.