What is the average electricity rate in Palmer, Massachusetts?

The average residential electricity rate in Palmer is approximately 30.26¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $144 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Palmer?

Natural gas customers in Palmer pay an average of $108 per month. The rate is approximately $2.04/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Palmer, Massachusetts?

Electricity in Palmer 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 Palmer?

Palmer 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 Palmer electricity rates compare to Massachusetts averages?

Palmer's electricity rate of 30.26¢/kWh is above the Massachusetts state average of 28.82¢/kWh. Urban areas often have higher distribution costs.

How do I start or stop utility service in Palmer?

To start electric service in Palmer, 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.

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

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Electricity Rate

30.26¢/kWh

1.44¢ above the Massachusetts average

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Natural Gas Rate

$2.04/therm

per therm

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Avg Electric Bill

$144

per month

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Avg Gas Bill

$108

per month

Gas & Electricity in Palmer, Massachusetts

Palmer, Massachusetts is served by Eversource for electricity and Eversource Gas for natural gas. Rates in Palmer are comparable to the Massachusetts state average of 28.82¢/kWh, and residents can access all state-level energy assistance programs.

Compared to the Massachusetts state average of 28.82¢/kWh/kWh, Palmer's electricity rate of 30.26¢/kWh is 1.44¢ above the Massachusetts average. As Massachusetts is a deregulated market, Palmer residents can shop for competitive electricity suppliers to potentially reduce their supply rate.

Electric Utility in Palmer

Eversource
National Grid
Unitil
Assa Abloy

Natural Gas Utility in Palmer

Eversource Gas
National Grid
Columbia Gas

Palmer vs Massachusetts Energy Rates

Metric	Palmer	Massachusetts Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	30.26¢	28.82¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$2.04	$2.13	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$144	$137	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$108	$112	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Palmer Residents

As a Massachusetts city, Palmer 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 Palmer 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 Palmer, Massachusetts

The average residential electricity rate in Palmer is approximately 30.26¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $144 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Palmer pay an average of $108 per month. The rate is approximately $2.04/therm per therm.
Electricity in Palmer is distributed by Eversource and National Grid. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Palmer natural gas service is provided by Eversource Gas and National Grid. Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.
Palmer's electricity rate of 30.26¢/kWh is above the Massachusetts state average of 28.82¢/kWh. Urban areas often have higher distribution costs.
To start electric service in Palmer, 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.