Electricity rates in Shelburne, MA
Shelburne (2,094 people, Franklin County) is served by 2 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 Shelburne
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts Electric Co. | Investor-owned utility | 34.18¢ | $166 | 438K | 133 |
| NSTAR Electric Company | Investor-owned utility | 19.62¢ | $93 | 307K | 113 |
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
- Shelburne Falls 34.2¢
- Greenfield 34.2¢
- Buckland 34.2¢
- Conway 34.2¢
- Colrain 34.2¢
- Ashfield 34.2¢
- Turners Falls 34.2¢
- Montague 34.2¢
- South Deerfield 34.2¢
- Bernardston 34.2¢
ZIP codes: 01301, 01341, 01370
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Shelburne?
Most homes in Shelburne 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 Shelburne: NSTAR Electric Company (19.62¢).
What is the average electric bill in Shelburne?
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 Shelburne, MA?
2 utilities serve Shelburne's ZIP codes: Massachusetts Electric Co., NSTAR Electric Company. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Shelburne?
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.