Average Electric Bill in Boston, MA
What a typical household in Boston pays per month, the kWh rate behind it, and how it compares — with the data basis stated on the page.
A typical household in Boston pays about $100.31/month for electricity at roughly 19.92¢/kWh. Basis: NSTAR Electric Company, 2024 annual average (EIA-861).
Bill trend (state level)
Average residential bill in Massachusetts over 12 months — the rate environment Boston households pay into.
Where this number comes from
No black box: the utility behind the estimate, or the state fallback.
| Data basis | NSTAR Electric Company, 2024 annual average (EIA-861) |
|---|---|
| Utility | NSTAR Electric Company · 1,303,076 residential customers |
| State context | Massachusetts: $170.54/mo average bill |
| Population | ≈ 676,000 (2020 Census, approx.) |
Your actual bill depends on home size, heating/cooling, and usage — the averages here are the benchmark, not your invoice.
Common questions
What is the average electric bill in Boston?
Expect roughly $100.31 per month for a typical household in Boston — based on NSTAR Electric Company annual data (2024), so your bill varies with home size, weather, and usage.
How much is electricity per kWh in Boston?
About 19.92¢ per kWh (NSTAR Electric Company, 2024 annual). Ratepayers in Boston pay the utility rate; check your bill for the exact per-kWh breakdown of supply and delivery.
Are bills in Boston higher or lower than the Massachusetts average?
NSTAR Electric Company averages $100.31 — below the state average of $170.54.
Sources: EIA-861 2024 (NSTAR Electric Company) · EIA residential retail-sales series (Massachusetts) · Census 2020 population. See methodology.