Electricity rates in Shirley, MA
Shirley (1,441 people, Middlesex 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 Shirley
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts Electric Co. | Investor-owned utility | 34.18¢ | $166 | 438K | 133 |
| Fitchburg Gas & Electric Light Co. | Investor-owned utility | 40.09¢ | $182 | 3,657 | 74 |
Power outages in Middlesex County right now
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Outage history in Middlesex County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 179 | 238 |
| Days with outages | 48 | 64 |
| Most customers out at once | 16,414 (3.8%) | 19,321 (4.4%) |
| Worst day | 2024-01-07 | 2025-12-19 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (179 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Devens 34.2¢
- Ayer 34.2¢
- Harvard 34.2¢
- Lunenburg 34.2¢
- Leominster 34.2¢
- Groton 34.2¢
- Lancaster 34.2¢
- South Lancaster 34.2¢
- Boxborough 34.2¢
- Bolton 34.2¢
ZIP codes: 01464
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Shirley?
Most homes in Shirley 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 Shirley: Fitchburg Gas & Electric Light Co. (40.09¢).
What is the average electric bill in Shirley?
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 Shirley, MA?
2 utilities serve Shirley's ZIP codes: Massachusetts Electric Co., Fitchburg Gas & Electric Light Co.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Shirley?
In 2025, customers in Middlesex County averaged 3 hr 58 min without power. Outages hit 64 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-12-19, when 19,321 customers (4.4%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.