Electricity rates in Harvard, MA
Harvard (6,085 people, Worcester County) is served by 3 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 Harvard
| 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 |
| Town of Littleton | Municipal utility | 14.15¢ | $126 | 6,762 | — |
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
- Boxborough 34.2¢
- Devens 34.2¢
- Ayer 34.2¢
- Shirley 34.2¢
- Bolton 34.2¢
- Lancaster 34.2¢
- Stow 34.2¢
- Littleton Common 34.2¢
- South Lancaster 34.2¢
- Hudson 34.2¢
ZIP codes: 01451
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Harvard?
Most homes in Harvard 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 Harvard: Town of Hudson (13.11¢), Town of Littleton (14.15¢).
What is the average electric bill in Harvard?
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 Harvard, MA?
3 utilities serve Harvard's ZIP codes: Massachusetts Electric Co., Town of Hudson, Town of Littleton. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Harvard?
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.