Electricity rates in Ashby, MA
Ashby (2,895 people, Middlesex County) is served by Fitchburg Gas & Electric Light Co.. Homes on Fitchburg Gas & Electric Light Co. pay about 40.09¢/kWh, 32% more than the Massachusetts average.
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Electric companies serving Ashby
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fitchburg Gas & Electric Light Co. | Investor-owned utility | 40.09¢ | $182 | 3,657 | 74 |
Power outages in Middlesex County right now
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Outage history in Middlesex County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 179 | 238 |
| Days with outages | 48 | 64 |
| Most customers out at once | 16,414 (3.8%) | 19,321 (4.4%) |
| Worst day | 2024-01-07 | 2025-12-19 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (179 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Ashburnham 34.2¢
- Townsend 34.2¢
- Fitchburg 34.2¢
- Lunenburg 34.2¢
- South Ashburnham 34.2¢
- Westminster 34.2¢
- Leominster 34.2¢
- Winchendon 34.2¢
- Gardner 34.2¢
- Pepperell 34.2¢
ZIP codes: 01431
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Ashby?
Most homes in Ashby get power from Fitchburg Gas & Electric Light Co., where residential customers pay an average of 40.09¢/kWh including all charges. The Massachusetts average is 30.43¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢.
What is the average electric bill in Ashby?
About $182 a month, based on 453 kWh a month (the average for Fitchburg Gas & Electric Light Co. customers) at 40.09¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Ashby, MA?
Fitchburg Gas & Electric Light Co. serves Ashby.
How often does the power go out in Ashby?
In 2025, customers in Middlesex County averaged 3 hr 58 min without power. Outages hit 64 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-12-19, when 19,321 customers (4.4%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.