What is the average electricity rate in Barre, Massachusetts?

The average residential electricity rate in Barre is approximately 27.38¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $130 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Barre?

Natural gas customers in Barre pay an average of $106 per month. The rate is approximately $2.02/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Barre, Massachusetts?

Electricity in Barre is distributed by Eversource and National Grid. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.

Which gas company serves Barre?

Barre natural gas service is provided by Eversource Gas and National Grid. Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.

How do Barre electricity rates compare to Massachusetts averages?

Barre's electricity rate of 27.38¢/kWh is below the Massachusetts state average of 28.82¢/kWh. This can reflect a municipal utility or favorable regional generation mix.

How do I start or stop utility service in Barre?

To start electric service in Barre, contact Eversource and National Grid. For gas service, contact Eversource Gas and National Grid. You'll typically need a photo ID, your new address, and a move-in date. Service can usually be established within 1-3 business days.

Barre, Massachusetts Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

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Electricity Rate

27.38¢/kWh

1.44¢ below the Massachusetts average

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Natural Gas Rate

$2.02/therm

per therm

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Avg Electric Bill

$130

per month

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Avg Gas Bill

$106

per month

Gas & Electricity in Barre, Massachusetts

Barre is a community in Massachusetts served by Eversource for electric and Eversource Gas for gas. The area's utility rates reflect Massachusetts's statewide energy market and the region's cold winters, mild summers climate.

Compared to the Massachusetts state average of 28.82¢/kWh/kWh, Barre's electricity rate of 27.38¢/kWh is 1.44¢ below the Massachusetts average. As Massachusetts is a deregulated market, Barre residents can shop for competitive electricity suppliers to potentially reduce their supply rate.

Electric Utility in Barre

Eversource
National Grid
Unitil
Assa Abloy

Natural Gas Utility in Barre

Eversource Gas
National Grid
Columbia Gas

Barre vs Massachusetts Energy Rates

Metric	Barre	Massachusetts Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	27.38¢	28.82¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$2.02	$2.13	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$130	$137	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$106	$112	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Barre Residents

As a Massachusetts city, Barre residents can access the following state and local assistance programs:

✅ Mass Save
✅ LIHEAP
✅ Neighbor to Neighbor Energy Fund
✅ Green Communities Program

Energy-Saving Tips for Barre Residents

✓ Insulate your attic to at least R-49 to reduce winter heat loss by up to 15%.
✓ Install a programmable thermostat and set it to 68°F while home, 60°F while sleeping or away.
✓ Seal air leaks around windows and doors before the heating season to cut drafts.
✓ Schedule an annual furnace tune-up every fall to maintain peak efficiency.
✓ Use heavy drapes on north-facing windows during winter to reduce cold air infiltration.

FAQ — Gas & Electricity in Barre, Massachusetts

The average residential electricity rate in Barre is approximately 27.38¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $130 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Barre pay an average of $106 per month. The rate is approximately $2.02/therm per therm.
Electricity in Barre is distributed by Eversource and National Grid. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Barre natural gas service is provided by Eversource Gas and National Grid. Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.
Barre's electricity rate of 27.38¢/kWh is below the Massachusetts state average of 28.82¢/kWh. This can reflect a municipal utility or favorable regional generation mix.
To start electric service in Barre, contact Eversource and National Grid. For gas service, contact Eversource Gas and National Grid. You'll typically need a photo ID, your new address, and a move-in date. Service can usually be established within 1-3 business days.