Electricity rates in Fall River, MA
Fall River (94,000 people, Bristol 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 Fall River
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts Electric Co. | Investor-owned utility | 34.18¢ | $166 | 438K | 133 |
| NSTAR Electric Company | Investor-owned utility | 19.62¢ | $93 | 307K | 113 |
Power outages in Bristol County right now
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Outage history in Bristol County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 70 | 135 |
| Days with outages | 32 | 47 |
| Most customers out at once | 18,479 (6.5%) | 38,360 (13.5%) |
| Worst day | 2024-07-06 | 2025-07-04 |
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
- Ocean Grove 34.2¢
- Swansea 34.2¢
- North Westport 34.2¢
- Somerset 34.2¢
- Head of Westport 19.6¢
- Freetown 18.8¢
- Assonet 34.2¢
- Dighton 34.2¢
- Smith Mills 19.6¢
- Berkley 34.2¢
ZIP codes: 02720, 02721, 02722, 02723, 02724
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Fall River?
Most homes in Fall River 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 Fall River: NSTAR Electric Company (19.62¢).
What is the average electric bill in Fall River?
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 Fall River, MA?
2 utilities serve Fall River's ZIP codes: Massachusetts Electric Co., NSTAR Electric Company. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Fall River?
In 2025, customers in Bristol County averaged 2 hr 15 min without power. Outages hit 47 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-07-04, when 38,360 customers (13.5%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.