Electricity rates in Westminster, MA
Westminster (7,028 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 Westminster
| 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
- South Ashburnham 34.2¢
- Gardner 34.2¢
- Fitchburg 34.2¢
- Ashburnham 34.2¢
- Princeton 34.2¢
- Hubbardston 34.2¢
- Leominster 34.2¢
- Templeton 34.2¢
- Baldwinville 34.2¢
- Lunenburg 34.2¢
ZIP codes: 01441, 01473
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Westminster?
Most homes in Westminster 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 Westminster: Fitchburg Gas & Electric Light Co. (40.09¢).
What is the average electric bill in Westminster?
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 Westminster, MA?
2 utilities serve Westminster'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 Westminster?
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.