New Bedford CEA Standard
The current New Bedford CEA Standard supply rate is 14.346¢/kWh under the program's November 2025–November 2028 contract.
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14.346¢
New Bedford CEA Standard
15.475¢
New Bedford CEA Plus
17.323¢
Eversource Basic supply
100%
CEA Plus renewable option
New Bedford electricity options
Which New Bedford electricity option fits your needs?
New Bedford electricity shopping involves separate supply and delivery charges. Compare the supply rate, contract term, renewable content and the complete bill before enrolling.
Longer-term pricing
New Bedford CEA rates are contracted through November 2028 meter reads, while Eversource Basic Service rates change periodically.
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New Bedford CEA Plus adds renewable energy content to reach 100% total renewable energy.
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New Bedford electricity rates
Compare New Bedford electricity supply options
These are current August 2026 supply-rate snapshots. Supply is only one component of a New Bedford electric bill; Eversource delivery charges and other applicable charges are separate.
● Rate snapshot:
August 2026
| Provider / Program | Supply option | Supply rate* | Rate period | 600 kWh supply* | Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
New Bedford Community Electricity Aggregation
City of New Bedford municipal aggregation
|
Standard |
14.346¢
/kWh
|
Nov. 2025 – Nov. 2028 | ~$86.08 | CEA | View |
|
New Bedford Community Electricity Aggregation
100% renewable option
|
Plus |
15.475¢
/kWh
|
Nov. 2025 – Nov. 2028 | ~$92.85 | 100% Renewable | View |
|
Eversource
NSTAR Electric residential Basic Service
|
Residential Basic Service |
17.323¢
/kWh
|
Aug. 1, 2026 – Jan. 31, 2027 | ~$103.94 | Basic Service | View |
|
Competitive Suppliers
Massachusetts retail electricity market
|
ZIP-code specific offers |
Varies
/kWh
|
Offer specific | Varies | Competitive | Shop |
* Supply-only comparison. A New Bedford electric bill also includes regulated delivery and other applicable charges. The 600-kWh figures are simple supply calculations and are not estimates of the complete monthly electric bill. New Bedford CEA states that its program prices include a 0.1¢/kWh administration fee. Competitive supplier rates can vary by ZIP code, offer, term and eligibility.
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New Bedford customers can compare the city's Community Electricity Aggregation program, Eversource Basic Service and competitive electricity suppliers.
New Bedford CEA Standard
Community Electricity Aggregation
14.346¢
per kWh*
2028
Contract end
14.346¢
Supply
Standard
CEA option
- Current New Bedford CEA Standard rate
- Program term through November 2028 meter reads
- Meets Massachusetts renewable-energy requirements
- Eversource continues delivery service
New Bedford CEA Plus
100% renewable option
15.475¢
per kWh*
2028
Contract end
100%
Renewable
Fixed
Program price
- Current New Bedford CEA Plus rate
- Adds renewable energy to 100% total renewable content
- Program term through November 2028 meter reads
- Eversource remains the delivery utility
Eversource Basic Service
NSTAR Electric residential supply
17.323¢
per kWh*
6 mo.
Rate period
Basic
Supply
Variable
Over time
- Current residential Basic Service supply rate
- August 2026–January 2027 rate period
- Eversource provides delivery service
- Basic Service rates change periodically
Competitive Electricity Suppliers
Massachusetts competitive supply market
Varies
by offer
ZIP
Specific
Varies
Contract
Varies
Renewable
- Competitive supplier offers can be ZIP-code specific
- Rates and contract terms vary by supplier
- Some plans may include renewable-energy content
- Review cancellation fees and variable-rate terms carefully
New Bedford electricity guide
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How to choose a New Bedford electricity plan
New Bedford electricity shopping separates electricity supply from delivery. Your supply choice can change the company and rate shown in the supply portion of your bill, while Eversource continues to provide delivery service.
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Supply
The electricity itself
This is the portion that may come from Eversource Basic Service, New Bedford CEA or a competitive electricity supplier.
Delivery
Eversource's electric distribution system
Eversource delivers electricity, maintains the local distribution system and handles delivery-related charges.
New Bedford CEA
Municipal electricity aggregation
New Bedford's aggregation program provides community electricity supply options while Eversource continues to provide delivery service.
Supplier
Competitive electricity companies
Massachusetts licenses competitive electricity suppliers. Their offers can have different rates, terms, renewable content and contract conditions.
Understand your New Bedford electric bill
What actually determines your electricity bill?
The supply rate displayed by an electricity provider is not the same as the total amount on your monthly electric bill.
Electricity supply
The cost of the electricity itself. Eversource Basic Service, New Bedford CEA or a competitive supplier may provide this portion.
Eversource delivery
Delivery charges cover the local electric distribution system, transmission and other regulated delivery-related costs.
Renewable programs
Some supply products include additional renewable energy content through renewable energy certificates.
Before you switch
Five things to check before choosing a New Bedford plan
Compare the cents-per-kWh supply rate with the rate currently shown on your electric bill.
Check how long the quoted supply rate remains in effect.
Competitive suppliers may have early termination charges or other contract conditions.
Compare renewable-energy content if clean electricity is important to your household.
New Bedford electricity providers
Electricity supply options available to New Bedford customers
New Bedford is served by Eversource for electricity delivery. Eligible customers can receive electricity supply through Eversource Basic Service, New Bedford Community Electricity Aggregation or competitive electricity suppliers.
New Bedford service areas
Electricity information by New Bedford neighborhood
Supply availability and competitive supplier offers can depend on your exact address and utility account. Use your ZIP code when checking a competitive supplier.
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New Bedford electricity FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Important information before changing electricity supply in New Bedford.
What are the electricity providers in New Bedford?
New Bedford customers receive delivery
service from Eversource and may receive
electricity supply through Eversource
Basic Service, New Bedford Community
Electricity Aggregation or a competitive
electricity supplier.
What is the current Eversource electricity rate in New Bedford?
The current Eversource Eastern Massachusetts
residential Basic Service supply rate is
17.323¢ per kWh for August 1, 2026 through
January 31, 2027. This is the supply portion
only and does not represent the complete
electric bill.
What is New Bedford Community Electricity Aggregation?
New Bedford Community Electricity Aggregation,
or New Bedford CEA, is the city's municipal
electricity aggregation program. It provides
community electricity supply options while
Eversource continues to provide delivery
service and billing.
What are the current New Bedford CEA rates?
The current New Bedford CEA supply rates are
14.346¢/kWh for the Standard product and
15.475¢/kWh for the Plus renewable option.
The current program term runs through
November 2028 meter reads.
Is New Bedford CEA renewable?
The Standard product meets Massachusetts
renewable-energy requirements. The Plus
product adds renewable energy and is designed
to reach 100% total renewable energy content.
Does Eversource deliver electricity in New Bedford?
Yes. Eversource remains responsible for
electricity delivery, including the local
distribution system, regardless of whether
electricity supply comes from Eversource,
New Bedford CEA or another eligible supplier.
Is New Bedford electricity deregulated?
Massachusetts allows eligible customers to
choose competitive electricity supply products.
New Bedford also has its municipal aggregation
program. Electricity delivery remains with
the local utility.
Is New Bedford CEA cheaper than Eversource?
Based on the August 2026 supply-rate snapshots,
New Bedford CEA's current Standard and Plus
rates are below the current Eversource residential
Basic Service supply rate. However, the total
electric bill includes delivery and other
charges, and future Eversource Basic Service
rates can change.
How do I find the cheapest electricity plan in New Bedford?
Start with your ZIP code and compare the
supply rate, contract period, renewable
content and any applicable fees. Then review
the complete bill rather than relying only
on the advertised cents-per-kWh supply rate.
Electricity pricing disclosure: New Bedford electricity pricing consists of separate supply and delivery components. Rates shown on this page are August 2026 supply-rate snapshots. Eversource residential Basic Service is 17.323¢/kWh for August 1, 2026 through January 31, 2027. New Bedford CEA currently lists 14.346¢/kWh for Standard and 15.475¢/kWh for Plus. New Bedford CEA states that its program prices include a 0.1¢/kWh administration fee. Competitive supplier offers can vary by ZIP code, contract, eligibility and date. Always verify the current rate and supplier terms before enrolling.