Electricity rates in Winterport, ME
Winterport (1,340 people, Waldo County) is served by 2 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 Winterport
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Maine Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 28.81¢ | $155 | 538K | 318 |
| Versant Power | Investor-owned utility | 32.72¢ | $162 | 132K | 500 |
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
ZIP codes: 04496
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Winterport?
Most homes in Winterport 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 Winterport: Versant Power (32.72¢).
What is the average electric bill in Winterport?
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 Winterport, ME?
2 utilities serve Winterport's ZIP codes: Central Maine Power Co., Versant Power. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Winterport?
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.