Electricity rates in Burlington, VT
Burlington (42,452 people, Chittenden County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on City of Burlington Electric pay about 20.25¢/kWh, 15% less than the Vermont average.
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Electric companies serving Burlington
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of Burlington Electric | Municipal utility | 20.25¢ | $87 | 18K | — |
| Green Mountain Power Corp. | Investor-owned utility | 24.29¢ | $146 | 228K | 265 |
Power outages in Chittenden County right now
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Outage history in Chittenden County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 413 | 53 |
| Days with outages | 33 | 25 |
| Most customers out at once | 18,305 (16.2%) | 4,109 (3.6%) |
| Worst day | 2024-08-10 | 2025-11-17 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (413 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Winooski 24.3¢
- South Burlington 24.3¢
- Essex Junction 24.3¢
- Colchester 24.3¢
- Williston 24.3¢
- Jericho 24.3¢
- Hinesburg 24.3¢
- Charlotte 24.3¢
- Milton 24.3¢
- Ferrisburgh 24.3¢
ZIP codes: 05401, 05402, 05405, 05406, 05408
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Burlington?
Most homes in Burlington get power from City of Burlington Electric, where residential customers pay an average of 20.25¢/kWh including all charges. The Vermont average is 23.80¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Burlington: Green Mountain Power Corp. (24.29¢).
What is the average electric bill in Burlington?
About $87 a month, based on 428 kWh a month (the average for City of Burlington Electric customers) at 20.25¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Burlington, VT?
2 utilities serve Burlington's ZIP codes: City of Burlington Electric, Green Mountain Power Corp.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Burlington?
In 2025, customers in Chittenden County averaged 53 min without power. Outages hit 25 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-11-17, when 4,109 customers (3.6%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.