ZIP code 01703 is located in Massachusetts. The average residential electricity rate here is 23.9¢/kWh.
Utility rates in ZIP 01703 vs. US average
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Frequently asked questions
How do I set up utilities when moving to 01703?
Contact each provider separately before your move-in date. Start with electric (Fitchburg Gas & Elec Light Co) since those typically need a few business days to activate. Water and sewer are often handled with one call to your local utility. Set up internet last since it may require an installation visit.
How do utility rates in 01703 compare to the national average?
Residential electricity in ZIP code 01703 averages 23.9¢/kWh, about 45% above the US average of 16.5¢/kWh and 18% below the Massachusetts state average of 29.4¢/kWh. Natural gas in Massachusetts averages $21.90/Mcf, about 51% above the national average. Actual monthly bills vary by home size, insulation, and season. Local rates from NREL; state and US averages from EIA Form 861 (2024); natural gas prices from EIA Form 176 (2024).
Is electricity expensive in 01703?
Electricity in ZIP code 01703 costs about 45% more than the national average. Compared to Massachusetts overall, rates here are about 18% lower. Local rates from NREL (2023); state and US averages from EIA (2024).
Disclaimer: Provider information is sourced from federal databases including HIFLD, EPA SDWIS, FCC Broadband Data, and EIA-861. Utility cost estimates are from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Local electric rates are based on 2023 NREL Utility Rate Database data; state and US averages are from EIA Form 861 (2024). Coverage areas are approximate and may not reflect recent changes. Please verify directly with your provider.
Data sources: U.S. Census Bureau, NREL, EIA-861, HIFLD, EPA, FCC. Last updated: May 2026.