What is the average electricity rate in Bass Harbor, Maine?

The average residential electricity rate in Bass Harbor is approximately 28.06¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $141 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Bass Harbor?

Natural gas customers in Bass Harbor pay an average of $111 per month. The rate is approximately $1.77/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Bass Harbor, Maine?

Electricity in Bass Harbor is distributed by Central Maine Power (CMP / Versant) and Versant Power (formerly Emera Maine). Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.

Which gas company serves Bass Harbor?

Bass Harbor natural gas service is provided by Unitil (Northern Utilities) and Spire Energy Maine. Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.

How do Bass Harbor electricity rates compare to Maine averages?

Bass Harbor's electricity rate of 28.06¢/kWh is below the Maine state average of 28.63¢/kWh. This can reflect a municipal utility or favorable regional generation mix.

How do I start or stop utility service in Bass Harbor?

To start electric service in Bass Harbor, contact Central Maine Power (CMP / Versant) and Versant Power (formerly Emera Maine). For gas service, contact Unitil (Northern Utilities) and Spire Energy Maine. 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.

Bass Harbor, Maine Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in Bass Harbor, Maine

Bass Harbor, Maine is served by Central Maine Power (CMP / Versant) for electricity and Unitil (Northern Utilities) for natural gas. Rates in Bass Harbor are comparable to the Maine state average of 28.63¢/kWh, and residents can access all state-level energy assistance programs.

Compared to the Maine state average of 28.63¢/kWh/kWh, Bass Harbor's electricity rate of 28.06¢/kWh is 0.57¢ below the Maine average. As Maine is a deregulated market, Bass Harbor residents can shop for competitive electricity suppliers to potentially reduce their supply rate.

Electric Utility in Bass Harbor

Central Maine Power (CMP / Versant)
Versant Power (formerly Emera Maine)
Maine Public Service

Natural Gas Utility in Bass Harbor

Unitil (Northern Utilities)
Spire Energy Maine

Bass Harbor vs Maine Energy Rates

Metric	Bass Harbor	Maine Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	28.06¢	28.63¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.77	$1.82	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$141	$144	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$111	$114	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Bass Harbor Residents

As a Maine city, Bass Harbor residents can access the following state and local assistance programs:

✅ Maine Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP)
✅ Maine Weatherization Assistance
✅ Efficiency Maine
✅ Maine State Housing Authority Programs

Energy-Saving Tips for Bass Harbor 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 Bass Harbor, Maine

The average residential electricity rate in Bass Harbor is approximately 28.06¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $141 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Bass Harbor pay an average of $111 per month. The rate is approximately $1.77/therm per therm.
Electricity in Bass Harbor is distributed by Central Maine Power (CMP / Versant) and Versant Power (formerly Emera Maine). Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Bass Harbor natural gas service is provided by Unitil (Northern Utilities) and Spire Energy Maine. Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.
Bass Harbor's electricity rate of 28.06¢/kWh is below the Maine state average of 28.63¢/kWh. This can reflect a municipal utility or favorable regional generation mix.
To start electric service in Bass Harbor, contact Central Maine Power (CMP / Versant) and Versant Power (formerly Emera Maine). For gas service, contact Unitil (Northern Utilities) and Spire Energy Maine. 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.