What is the average electricity rate in North Reading, Massachusetts?

The average residential electricity rate in North Reading is approximately 28.82¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $137 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in North Reading?

Natural gas customers in North Reading pay an average of $110 per month. The rate is approximately $2.09/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves North Reading, Massachusetts?

Electricity in North Reading 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 North Reading?

North Reading 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 North Reading electricity rates compare to Massachusetts averages?

North Reading's electricity rate of 28.82¢/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 North Reading?

To start electric service in North Reading, 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.

North Reading, Massachusetts Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in North Reading, Massachusetts

In North Reading, Massachusetts, Eversource handles electricity distribution and Eversource Gas manages natural gas service. Massachusetts residents can shop for competitive electricity suppliers through the state's deregulated market to reduce supply costs.

Compared to the Massachusetts state average of 28.82¢/kWh/kWh, North Reading's electricity rate of 28.82¢/kWh is 0.00¢ below the Massachusetts average. As Massachusetts is a deregulated market, North Reading residents can shop for competitive electricity suppliers to potentially reduce their supply rate.

Electric Utility in North Reading

Eversource
National Grid
Unitil
Assa Abloy

Natural Gas Utility in North Reading

Eversource Gas
National Grid
Columbia Gas

North Reading vs Massachusetts Energy Rates

Metric	North Reading	Massachusetts Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	28.82¢	28.82¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$2.09	$2.13	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$137	$137	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$110	$112	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for North Reading Residents

As a Massachusetts city, North Reading 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 North Reading 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 North Reading, Massachusetts

The average residential electricity rate in North Reading is approximately 28.82¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $137 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in North Reading pay an average of $110 per month. The rate is approximately $2.09/therm per therm.
Electricity in North Reading is distributed by Eversource and National Grid. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
North Reading natural gas service is provided by Eversource Gas and National Grid. Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.
North Reading's electricity rate of 28.82¢/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 North Reading, 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.