Solar vs. Electricity Cost Comparison in Maine
See how solar stacks up against traditional grid electricity in Maine. With an average electricity rate of 22.5¢/kWh and 4 peak sun hours per day, Maine homeowners can save significantly by going solar.
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Portland
22.8¢/kWh · 4.1h sun/day
Avg bill: $158/mo · Central Maine Power
Lewiston
22.5¢/kWh · 4h sun/day
Avg bill: $152/mo · Central Maine Power
Bangor
23¢/kWh · 3.9h sun/day
Avg bill: $155/mo · Versant Power
South Portland
22.5¢/kWh · 4.1h sun/day
Avg bill: $155/mo · Central Maine Power
Auburn
22.5¢/kWh · 4h sun/day
Avg bill: $150/mo · Central Maine Power
Biddeford
22.8¢/kWh · 4.1h sun/day
Avg bill: $152/mo · Central Maine Power
About Electricity Costs in Maine
Maine residents pay an average of 22.5¢ per kilowatt-hour, resulting in typical monthly bills around $155. With electricity prices rising approximately 3% per year, homeowners in Maine could spend an estimated $67,285 on grid electricity over the next 25 years.
Solar energy offers a way to lock in your electricity costs. With 4 peak sun hours per day and full net metering policies, Maine is a strong state for residential solar installations.
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