What is the average electricity rate in Old Town, Maine?

The average residential electricity rate in Old Town is approximately 28.92¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $145 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Old Town?

Natural gas customers in Old Town pay an average of $114 per month. The rate is approximately $1.82/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Old Town, Maine?

Electricity in Old Town 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 Old Town?

Old Town 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 Old Town electricity rates compare to Maine averages?

Old Town's electricity rate of 28.92¢/kWh is above the Maine state average of 28.63¢/kWh. Urban areas often have higher distribution costs.

How do I start or stop utility service in Old Town?

To start electric service in Old Town, 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.

Old Town, Maine Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in Old Town, Maine

Old Town, Maine is served by Central Maine Power (CMP / Versant) for electricity and Unitil (Northern Utilities) for natural gas. Rates in Old Town 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, Old Town's electricity rate of 28.92¢/kWh is 0.29¢ above the Maine average. As Maine is a deregulated market, Old Town residents can shop for competitive electricity suppliers to potentially reduce their supply rate.

Electric Utility in Old Town

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

Natural Gas Utility in Old Town

Unitil (Northern Utilities)
Spire Energy Maine

Old Town vs Maine Energy Rates

Metric	Old Town	Maine Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	28.92¢	28.63¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.82	$1.82	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$145	$144	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$114	$114	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Old Town Residents

As a Maine city, Old Town 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 Old Town 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 Old Town, Maine

The average residential electricity rate in Old Town is approximately 28.92¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $145 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Old Town pay an average of $114 per month. The rate is approximately $1.82/therm per therm.
Electricity in Old Town 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.
Old Town 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.
Old Town's electricity rate of 28.92¢/kWh is above the Maine state average of 28.63¢/kWh. Urban areas often have higher distribution costs.
To start electric service in Old Town, 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.