Electricity rates in Somerset, MA
Somerset (18,165 people, Bristol 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 Somerset
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts Electric Co. | Investor-owned utility | 34.18¢ | $166 | 438K | 133 |
Power outages in Bristol County right now
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Outage history in Bristol County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 70 | 135 |
| Days with outages | 32 | 47 |
| Most customers out at once | 18,479 (6.5%) | 38,360 (13.5%) |
| Worst day | 2024-07-06 | 2025-07-04 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (70 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Dighton 34.2¢
- Swansea 34.2¢
- Assonet 34.2¢
- Fall River 34.2¢
- Freetown 18.8¢
- Ocean Grove 34.2¢
- Berkley 34.2¢
- North Westport 34.2¢
- Rehoboth 34.2¢
- Taunton 18.8¢
ZIP codes: 02725, 02726
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Somerset?
Most homes in Somerset 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 Somerset?
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 Somerset, MA?
Massachusetts Electric Co. serves Somerset.
How often does the power go out in Somerset?
In 2025, customers in Bristol County averaged 2 hr 15 min without power. Outages hit 47 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-07-04, when 38,360 customers (13.5%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.