Electricity rates in Shrewsbury, MA
Shrewsbury (33,893 people, Worcester County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Town of Shrewsbury pay about 15.50¢/kWh, 49% less than the Massachusetts average.
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Electric companies serving Shrewsbury
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Town of Shrewsbury | Municipal utility | 15.50¢ | $119 | 15K | 831 |
| Massachusetts Electric Co. | Investor-owned utility | 34.18¢ | $166 | 438K | 133 |
Power outages in Worcester County right now
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Outage history in Worcester County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 228 | 403 |
| Days with outages | 74 | 99 |
| Most customers out at once | 11,735 (5.5%) | 12,731 (6%) |
| Worst day | 2024-07-17 | 2025-05-03 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (228 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Hamilton Worcester 34.2¢
- Northborough 34.2¢
- Sunderland 34.2¢
- Worcester 34.2¢
- Westborough 34.2¢
- West Boylston 34.2¢
- Grafton 34.2¢
- Boylston 34.2¢
- Berlin 34.2¢
- Millbury 34.2¢
ZIP codes: 01545, 01546
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Shrewsbury?
Most homes in Shrewsbury get power from Town of Shrewsbury, where residential customers pay an average of 15.50¢/kWh including all charges. The Massachusetts average is 30.43¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Shrewsbury: Massachusetts Electric Co. (34.18¢).
What is the average electric bill in Shrewsbury?
About $119 a month, based on 770 kWh a month (the average for Town of Shrewsbury customers) at 15.50¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Shrewsbury, MA?
2 utilities serve Shrewsbury's ZIP codes: Town of Shrewsbury, Massachusetts Electric Co.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Shrewsbury?
In 2025, customers in Worcester County averaged 6 hr 43 min without power. Outages hit 99 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-05-03, when 12,731 customers (6%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.