Electricity rates in Braintree, MA
Braintree (37,297 people, Norfolk County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Town of Braintree pay about 16.14¢/kWh, 47% less than the Massachusetts average.
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Electric companies serving Braintree
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Town of Braintree | Municipal utility | 16.14¢ | $116 | 14K | 72 |
| Massachusetts Electric Co. | Investor-owned utility | 34.18¢ | $166 | 438K | 133 |
Power outages in Norfolk County right now
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Outage history in Norfolk County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 70 | 188 |
| Days with outages | 33 | 46 |
| Most customers out at once | 5,592 (1.7%) | 29,004 (8.9%) |
| Worst day | 2024-10-25 | 2025-12-19 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (70 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Holbrook 34.2¢
- Quincy 34.2¢
- Weymouth 34.2¢
- Randolph 34.2¢
- Milton 34.2¢
- Milton Center 19.6¢
- Avon 34.2¢
- Milton Village 19.6¢
- Milton Upper Mills 19.6¢
- Hingham 34.2¢
ZIP codes: 02184, 02185
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Braintree?
Most homes in Braintree get power from Town of Braintree, where residential customers pay an average of 16.14¢/kWh including all charges. The Massachusetts average is 30.43¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Braintree: Massachusetts Electric Co. (34.18¢).
What is the average electric bill in Braintree?
About $116 a month, based on 721 kWh a month (the average for Town of Braintree customers) at 16.14¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Braintree, MA?
2 utilities serve Braintree's ZIP codes: Town of Braintree, Massachusetts Electric Co.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Braintree?
In 2025, customers in Norfolk County averaged 3 hr 8 min without power. Outages hit 46 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-12-19, when 29,004 customers (8.9%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.