Maine Electricity Rates (2026)
27.8¢/kWhstate average
71.5% above national averageUtilities in Maine
Individual utility data for Maine is coming soon. The state average residential rate is 27.8¢/kWh.
Rate Outlook for Maine
Maine's average residential electricity rate is currently 27.8 cents/kWh. Under EIA's reference scenario, rates are projected to reach 32.8 cents/kWh by 2031 and 37.3 cents/kWh by 2036, a 34.3% change. Under the high oil price scenario, rates could reach 38.9 cents/kWh.
EIA projections for Maine vs. actual observed rates
Projected residential electricity rates for Maine (next 10 years)
| Year | Reference (¢/kWh) | High Price | Low Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 30.8 | 31.1 | 30.6 |
| 2027 | 29.7 | 30.1 | 29.7 |
| 2028 | 30.1 | 30.4 | 30.2 |
| 2029 | 30.9 | 31.1 | 31.0 |
| 2030 | 31.7 | 32.1 | 32.0 |
| 2031 | 32.8 | 33.3 | 33.3 |
| 2032 | 33.8 | 34.7 | 34.2 |
| 2033 | 35.2 | 36.1 | 35.4 |
| 2034 | 36.1 | 37.1 | 36.2 |
| 2035 | 36.8 | 38.0 | 36.7 |
| 2036 | 37.3 | 38.9 | 37.3 |
Data Sources: U.S. Energy Information Administration — Annual Energy Outlook (AEO2010, AEO2015, AEO2020, AEO2025) and Monthly Energy Review.
Methodology: State-level projections are derived by applying national rate trends from EIA's Annual Energy Outlook to Maine's current observed rate. EIA does not publish state-level projections.
Freshness: This data is checked weekly against EIA's open data APIs. The Monthly Energy Review updates monthly with observed rates. The Annual Energy Outlook publishes new projections annually.