Electricity rates in Framingham Center, MA
Framingham Center (65,413 people, Middlesex 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 Framingham Center
| 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 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
- Framingham 19.6¢
- Ashland 34.2¢
- Cochituate 19.6¢
- Southborough 34.2¢
- Natick 19.6¢
- Cordaville 34.2¢
- Sherborn 19.6¢
- Wayland 19.6¢
- Sudbury 34.2¢
- Hopkinton 34.2¢
ZIP codes: 01701, 01702, 01721
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Framingham Center?
Most homes in Framingham Center 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 Framingham Center: Massachusetts Electric Co. (34.18¢).
What is the average electric bill in Framingham Center?
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 Framingham Center, MA?
2 utilities serve Framingham Center'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 Framingham Center?
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.