Electricity rates in South Ashburnham, MA
South Ashburnham (1,062 people, Worcester 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 South Ashburnham
| 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 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
- Ashburnham 34.2¢
- Gardner 34.2¢
- Westminster 34.2¢
- Baldwinville 34.2¢
- Fitchburg 34.2¢
- Winchendon 34.2¢
- Templeton 34.2¢
- Ashby 40.1¢
- Hubbardston 34.2¢
- Phillipston 34.2¢
ZIP codes: 01430, 01440, 01473
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in South Ashburnham?
Most homes in South Ashburnham 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 South Ashburnham: Fitchburg Gas & Electric Light Co. (40.09¢).
What is the average electric bill in South Ashburnham?
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 South Ashburnham, MA?
2 utilities serve South Ashburnham'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 South Ashburnham?
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.