Electricity rates in Taunton, MA
Taunton (56,789 people, Bristol County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on City of Taunton pay about 18.78¢/kWh, 38% less than the Massachusetts average.
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Electric companies serving Taunton
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of Taunton | Municipal utility | 18.78¢ | $130 | 35K | 64 |
| 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
- Raynham Center 18.8¢
- Raynham 34.2¢
- Berkley 34.2¢
- Dighton 34.2¢
- Norton 34.2¢
- Norton Center 34.2¢
- Assonet 34.2¢
- North Lakeville 19.6¢
- Middleborough Center 15.6¢
- Bridgewater 34.2¢
ZIP codes: 02780, 02783
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Taunton?
Most homes in Taunton get power from City of Taunton, where residential customers pay an average of 18.78¢/kWh including all charges. The Massachusetts average is 30.43¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Taunton: Massachusetts Electric Co. (34.18¢).
What is the average electric bill in Taunton?
About $130 a month, based on 693 kWh a month (the average for City of Taunton customers) at 18.78¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Taunton, MA?
2 utilities serve Taunton's ZIP codes: City of Taunton, Massachusetts Electric Co.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Taunton?
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.