Electricity rates in Berlin, MA
Berlin (2,422 people, Worcester County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Massachusetts Electric Co. pay about 34.18¢/kWh, 12% more than the Massachusetts average.
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Electric companies serving Berlin
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts Electric Co. | Investor-owned utility | 34.18¢ | $166 | 438K | 133 |
| Town of Hudson | Municipal utility | 13.11¢ | $102 | 12K | 63 |
Power outages in Worcester County right now
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Outage history in Worcester County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 228 | 403 |
| Days with outages | 74 | 99 |
| Most customers out at once | 11,735 (5.5%) | 12,731 (6%) |
| Worst day | 2024-07-17 | 2025-05-03 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (228 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Clinton 34.2¢
- Boylston 34.2¢
- Hudson 34.2¢
- Bolton 34.2¢
- Northborough 34.2¢
- Marlborough 34.2¢
- South Lancaster 34.2¢
- Lancaster 34.2¢
- Shrewsbury 15.5¢
- Sterling 34.2¢
ZIP codes: 01503
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Berlin?
Most homes in Berlin get power from Massachusetts Electric Co., where residential customers pay an average of 34.18¢/kWh including all charges. The Massachusetts average is 30.43¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Berlin: Town of Hudson (13.11¢).
What is the average electric bill in Berlin?
About $166 a month, based on 487 kWh a month (the average for Massachusetts Electric Co. customers) at 34.18¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Berlin, MA?
2 utilities serve Berlin's ZIP codes: Massachusetts Electric Co., Town of Hudson. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Berlin?
In 2025, customers in Worcester County averaged 6 hr 43 min without power. Outages hit 99 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-05-03, when 12,731 customers (6%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.