Electricity rates in East Boston, MA
East Boston (43,066 people, Suffolk County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on NSTAR Electric Company pay about 19.62¢/kWh, 36% less than the Massachusetts average.
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Electric companies serving East Boston
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NSTAR Electric Company | Investor-owned utility | 19.62¢ | $93 | 307K | 113 |
| Massachusetts Electric Co. | Investor-owned utility | 34.18¢ | $166 | 438K | 133 |
Power outages in Suffolk County right now
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Outage history in Suffolk County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 33 | 53 |
| Days with outages | 4 | 11 |
| Most customers out at once | 10,679 (1.1%) | 27,817 (2.9%) |
| Worst day | 2024-08-09 | 2025-05-14 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (33 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Jeffries Point 19.6¢
- VA Boston Healthcare System, Brockton Campus 19.6¢
- Charlestown 34.2¢
- Chelsea 34.2¢
- Boston 19.6¢
- Beacon Hill 19.6¢
- Orient Heights 19.6¢
- East Cambridge 19.6¢
- Suffolk Downs Station 34.2¢
- Everett 34.2¢
ZIP codes: 02113, 02128, 02298
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in East Boston?
Most homes in East Boston get power from NSTAR Electric Company, where residential customers pay an average of 19.62¢/kWh including all charges. The Massachusetts average is 30.43¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of East Boston: Massachusetts Electric Co. (34.18¢).
What is the average electric bill in East Boston?
About $93 a month, based on 474 kWh a month (the average for NSTAR Electric Company customers) at 19.62¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in East Boston, MA?
2 utilities serve East Boston's ZIP codes: NSTAR Electric Company, Massachusetts Electric Co.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in East Boston?
In 2025, customers in Suffolk County averaged 53 min without power. Outages hit 11 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-05-14, when 27,817 customers (2.9%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.