Electricity rates in Saugus, MA
Saugus (26,628 people, Essex 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 Saugus
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts Electric Co. | Investor-owned utility | 34.18¢ | $166 | 438K | 133 |
| Town of Reading | Municipal utility | 18.81¢ | $155 | 27K | 50 |
| City of Peabody | Municipal utility | 16.85¢ | $121 | 23K | — |
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
- Melrose 34.2¢
- Lynn 34.2¢
- Revere 34.2¢
- Malden 34.2¢
- Wakefield 34.2¢
- South Peabody 34.2¢
- Everett 34.2¢
- Stoneham 34.2¢
- Swampscott 34.2¢
- Chelsea 34.2¢
ZIP codes: 01906
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Saugus?
Most homes in Saugus 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 Saugus: Town of Reading (18.81¢), City of Peabody (16.85¢).
What is the average electric bill in Saugus?
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 Saugus, MA?
3 utilities serve Saugus's ZIP codes: Massachusetts Electric Co., Town of Reading, City of Peabody. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Saugus?
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.