Electricity rates in Southampton, MA
Southampton (5,481 people, Hampshire County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on City of Westfield pay about 18.43¢/kWh, 39% less than the Massachusetts average.
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Electric companies serving Southampton
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of Westfield | Municipal utility | 18.43¢ | $125 | 16K | 194 |
| City of Holyoke | Municipal utility | 17.03¢ | $105 | 15K | 37 |
Power outages in Hampshire County right now
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Outage history in Hampshire County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 130 | 208 |
| Days with outages | 40 | 54 |
| Most customers out at once | 8,344 (8.2%) | 8,149 (8%) |
| Worst day | 2024-07-13 | 2025-05-04 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (130 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Easthampton 34.2¢
- Westhampton 34.2¢
- Holyoke 17.0¢
- Westfield 18.4¢
- North Chicopee 16.2¢
- Northampton 34.2¢
- South Hadley 34.2¢
- Chicopee 16.2¢
- West Springfield 16.2¢
- Hadley 34.2¢
ZIP codes: 01073
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Southampton?
Most homes in Southampton get power from City of Westfield, where residential customers pay an average of 18.43¢/kWh including all charges. The Massachusetts average is 30.43¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Southampton: City of Holyoke (17.03¢).
What is the average electric bill in Southampton?
About $125 a month, based on 678 kWh a month (the average for City of Westfield customers) at 18.43¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Southampton, MA?
2 utilities serve Southampton's ZIP codes: City of Westfield, City of Holyoke. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Southampton?
In 2025, customers in Hampshire County averaged 3 hr 28 min without power. Outages hit 54 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-05-04, when 8,149 customers (8%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.