Electricity rates in West Cambridge/Harvard Square, MA
West Cambridge/Harvard Square (8,023 people, Middlesex County) is served by NSTAR Electric Company. Homes on NSTAR Electric Company pay about 19.62¢/kWh, 36% less than the Massachusetts average.
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Electric companies serving West Cambridge/Harvard Square
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NSTAR Electric Company | Investor-owned utility | 19.62¢ | $93 | 307K | 113 |
Power outages in Middlesex County right now
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Outage history in Middlesex County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 179 | 238 |
| Days with outages | 48 | 64 |
| Most customers out at once | 16,414 (3.8%) | 19,321 (4.4%) |
| Worst day | 2024-01-07 | 2025-12-19 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (179 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Lower Allston 19.6¢
- Cambridge 19.6¢
- Allston 19.6¢
- North Brighton 19.6¢
- Somerville 19.6¢
- West Somerville/Davis Square 19.6¢
- Allston/Brighton 19.6¢
- Kendall Square 19.6¢
- Coolidge Corner 19.6¢
- Winter Hill 19.6¢
ZIP codes: 02138, 02139, 02238
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in West Cambridge/Harvard Square?
Most homes in West Cambridge/Harvard Square get power from NSTAR Electric Company, where residential customers pay an average of 19.62¢/kWh including all charges. The Massachusetts average is 30.43¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢.
What is the average electric bill in West Cambridge/Harvard Square?
About $93 a month, based on 474 kWh a month (the average for NSTAR Electric Company customers) at 19.62¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in West Cambridge/Harvard Square, MA?
NSTAR Electric Company serves West Cambridge/Harvard Square.
How often does the power go out in West Cambridge/Harvard Square?
In 2025, customers in Middlesex County averaged 3 hr 58 min without power. Outages hit 64 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-12-19, when 19,321 customers (4.4%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.