Stamford Electricity Rates

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These are supply prices only, so expect your utility’s delivery charge on top.

Rates as of October 23, 2026 @ 5:12 AM CT.
Plan NamePlan LengthRate at 1,000 kWhSign up
Town Square Energy – Town Square Energy 4 4 months 13.57¢/kWh Continue
Direct Energy – Direct Energy 15 15 months 13.59¢/kWh Continue
Major Energy – Major Energy Electric Services, LLC 14 14 months 13.89¢/kWh Continue
North American Power – North American Power 12 12 months 13.99¢/kWh Continue
Constellation – Constellation NewEnergy, Inc. 15 15 months 14.39¢/kWh Continue
XOOM Energy – XOOM Energy CT, LLC 4 4 months 14.49¢/kWh Continue
Think Energy – Think Energy, LLC 12 12 months 16.50¢/kWh Continue
Stamford electricity rate distribution chart showing 19 plans from 13.6¢ to 17.1¢ per kWh
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Notable Stamford Electricity Plans This October

Rates shift often across Stamford’s competitive electricity market. These plans offer solid value at current pricing:

  • Town Square Energy – Town Square Energy 4 (4-month): 13.57¢/kWh at 1,000 kWh.
  • Direct Energy – Direct Energy 15 (15-month): 13.59¢/kWh at 1,000 kWh. Locks in your rate for 15 months.

We compare rates from licensed electric suppliers active in Eversource’s Stamford territory. Every supplier below offers plans to Stamford residents today.

Town Square Energy
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Direct Energy
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Major Energy
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North American Power
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Constellation
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XOOM Energy
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Think Energy
Supplier · Stamford

Stamford is a major financial center and the hedge fund capital of the world, home to Point72, AQR Capital, and Fortune 500 headquarters including Charter Communications and Synchrony Financial. Many NYC commuters also call Stamford home. Commercial customers access deregulated rates through Eversource territory.

Business electricity pricing factors in peak demand, load factor, and total volume. A quick quote is the only way to see what rates are available for your specific business profile.

Common questions about electricity rates, plans, and suppliers in Stamford and the Eversource service area.

Is Stamford a deregulated electricity market?

Yes, Stamford homes can pick a plan from a supplier or stay on Eversource's Standard Service rate. Eversource delivers the power either way.

What is the average electric bill in Stamford?

About $187 a month in 2024, before taxes. A typical home served by Eversource used 656 kWh a month and paid about 28.51¢ per kWh on the default rate, all charges included (federal EIA data).

Source: EIA, 2024

Is Eversource's Standard Service rate higher than last year?

Yes, for homes on the default rate. Eversource's Standard Service rate has been 11.577¢/kWh since July 1, 2026, 18.8% higher than the 9.748¢ it was on July 1, 2025.

Source: Eversource

Did Eversource bills go down in Stamford?

Yes, PURA's May 2026 adjustment cut an average Eversource bill by about $30.78 a month at 700 kWh.

Source: State of Connecticut

Does Eversource offer budget billing in Stamford?

Yes, Budget Billing spreads a year of Eversource use over 11 level payments, then trues up in month 12.