Electricity rates in Monson, MA
Monson (8,505 people, Hampden 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 Monson
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts Electric Co. | Investor-owned utility | 34.18¢ | $166 | 438K | 133 |
Power outages in Hampden County right now
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Outage history in Hampden County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 147 | 165 |
| Days with outages | 51 | 36 |
| Most customers out at once | 5,988 (3%) | 20,087 (10.2%) |
| Worst day | 2024-10-27 | 2025-07-27 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (147 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Monson Center 34.2¢
- Palmer 34.2¢
- Wales 34.2¢
- Hampden 34.2¢
- Three Rivers 34.2¢
- Wilbraham 34.2¢
- Brimfield 34.2¢
- Bondsville 34.2¢
- Holland 34.2¢
- Ludlow 34.2¢
ZIP codes: 01057
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Monson?
Most homes in Monson 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 Monson?
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 Monson, MA?
Massachusetts Electric Co. serves Monson.
How often does the power go out in Monson?
In 2025, customers in Hampden County averaged 2 hr 45 min without power. Outages hit 36 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-07-27, when 20,087 customers (10.2%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.