Electricity rates in Montague, MA
Montague (8,637 people, Franklin 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 Montague
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts Electric Co. | Investor-owned utility | 34.18¢ | $166 | 438K | 133 |
Power outages in Franklin County right now
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Outage history in Franklin County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 156 | 178 |
| Days with outages | 30 | 42 |
| Most customers out at once | 3,927 (6.8%) | 10,330 (17.8%) |
| Worst day | 2024-02-29 | 2025-01-17 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (156 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Millers Falls 34.2¢
- Greenfield 34.2¢
- Turners Falls 34.2¢
- South Deerfield 34.2¢
- Leverett 34.2¢
- Wendell 34.2¢
- Gill 34.2¢
- Erving 34.2¢
- Whately 34.2¢
- Shutesbury 34.2¢
ZIP codes: 01351
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Montague?
Most homes in Montague 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 Montague?
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 Montague, MA?
Massachusetts Electric Co. serves Montague.
How often does the power go out in Montague?
In 2025, customers in Franklin County averaged 2 hr 58 min without power. Outages hit 42 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-01-17, when 10,330 customers (17.8%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.