What is the average electricity rate in Massachusetts?

As of May 2026, the average residential electricity rate in Massachusetts is 28.82¢ per kWh — about 48% above the US average of 19.41¢ per kWh.

What is a typical electric bill in Massachusetts?

At 900 kWh per month, the estimated bill in Massachusetts is about $259.38. Your actual bill depends on home size, season, and usage.

Massachusetts ranks #5 of 51 (1 = most expensive). 46 states have cheaper average residential electricity.

Energy · Official EIA Data · May 2026

Average rate

28.82¢/kWh

Est. monthly bill*

$259.38

Rank (1 = priciest)

#5/51

Massachusetts electricity is about 48% above the US average (19.41¢/kWh). *Estimated bill at 900 kWh/month.

What is the average electricity rate in Massachusetts?: As of May 2026, the average residential electricity rate in Massachusetts is 28.82¢ per kWh — about 48% above the US average of 19.41¢ per kWh.
What is a typical electric bill in Massachusetts?: At 900 kWh per month, the estimated bill in Massachusetts is about $259.38. Your actual bill depends on home size, season, and usage.
How does Massachusetts rank for electricity prices?: Massachusetts ranks #5 of 51 (1 = most expensive). 46 states have cheaper average residential electricity.

Data source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) — Form EIA-861/826, residential average price. See all states ranked or our methodology.

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