Electricity rates in Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA
Manchester-by-the-Sea (5,366 people, Essex County) is served by Massachusetts Electric Co.. Homes on Massachusetts Electric Co. pay about 34.18¢/kWh, 12% more than the Massachusetts average.
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Electric companies serving Manchester-by-the-Sea
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts Electric Co. | Investor-owned utility | 34.18¢ | $166 | 438K | 133 |
Power outages in Essex County right now
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Outage history in Essex County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 195 | 248 |
| Days with outages | 64 | 89 |
| Most customers out at once | 14,779 (6.8%) | 8,491 (3.9%) |
| Worst day | 2024-10-13 | 2025-04-08 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (195 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Essex 34.2¢
- Beverly Cove 34.2¢
- Beverly 34.2¢
- Gloucester 34.2¢
- Wenham 34.2¢
- Marblehead 34.2¢
- Salem 34.2¢
- Ipswich 34.2¢
- Danvers 34.2¢
- Peabody 16.9¢
ZIP codes: 01929, 01944, 01965
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Manchester-by-the-Sea?
Most homes in Manchester-by-the-Sea 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¢.
What is the average electric bill in Manchester-by-the-Sea?
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 Manchester-by-the-Sea, MA?
Massachusetts Electric Co. serves Manchester-by-the-Sea.
How often does the power go out in Manchester-by-the-Sea?
In 2025, customers in Essex County averaged 4 hr 8 min without power. Outages hit 89 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-04-08, when 8,491 customers (3.9%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.