⚡ Electricity bill in Cambridge, MA (2027)

Estimated average: $177/month at 30¢/kWh — +29% vs. the U.S. average.

High-voltage power lines and pylons carrying residential electricity near Cambridge, Massachusetts
Residential electricity in Cambridge is billed at Massachusetts's rate of 30¢/kWh. Photo: Jim Champion (CC BY-SA 2.0)

With about 117,090 residents, Cambridge is a mid-size city and the #4 largest city in Massachusetts. Households here pay Massachusetts's residential rate of 30¢/kWh; the typical bill of $177/month reflects local usage of around 590 kWh. Below you can estimate your own bill by home size and usage, see whether solar pays off in Cambridge, and compare it with other Massachusetts cities.

$177
Est. bill in Cambridge
per month
30¢
Price per kWh
$177
Massachusetts average
117,090
Population

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Cambridge electricity FAQ

How much does electricity cost in Cambridge, MA?

Electricity in Cambridge costs about 30¢/kWh, so a typical home using ~590 kWh/month spends around $177 — that's +29% vs. the U.S. average of $137.

Is electricity cheap in Cambridge?

At 30¢/kWh, electricity in Cambridge is more expensive than the U.S. average. The cheapest way to lower it further is efficiency upgrades, off-peak usage, comparing suppliers in deregulated markets, and going solar.

What is the average electric bill in Cambridge, MA?

About $177 per month at 30¢/kWh — +29% vs. the U.S. average of $137.

Why is the bill different in Cambridge?

Cambridge shares Massachusetts's electricity price (30¢/kWh); the bill mostly varies with home size and usage. This estimate assumes typical local usage of about 590 kWh per month.

How can I cut my bill in Cambridge?

Efficiency upgrades, off-peak usage where time-of-use applies, comparing suppliers in deregulated markets, and solar all help. Estimate your own usage above.

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