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Electricity Rate in New Hampshire (2026): 26.47c/kWh Average

Residential Rate
26.47¢
per kWh
vs US Avg
+50%
8.82c above
Avg Monthly Bill
$167
631 kWh
Provider Choice
Yes
Can switch suppliers

New Hampshire Electricity Rate: What You Need to Know

New Hampshire electricity averages 26.47 cents per kWh for residential customers as of April 2026, according to the EIA Electric Power Monthly. This is 8.82c above the US average of 17.65c/kWh. The average monthly bill for New Hampshire households is $167 based on typical usage of 631 kWh.

Generation mix: Natural gas 55%, nuclear 25%, renewables 20%. The fuel mix is a primary driver of electricity rates - states with abundant hydro or nuclear tend to have lower rates, while states dependent on imported petroleum (Hawaii) or natural gas pay more.

Year-over-year change: New Hampshire rates rose 5.9% year-over-year as of April 2026. This compares to the US average increase of 5.4% over the same period.

Deregulated: You Can Shop for a Better Rate

Eversource NH and Liberty default; competitive supply optional via NHPUC

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Your New Hampshire Electricity Bill Components

Energy charge (631 kWh x 26.47c)$167.03
Fixed customer charge (estimated)~$10.00
Estimated monthly total$177.03
All Sectors - New Hampshire
Residential26.47c
Commercial20.87c
Industrial13.21c
Dominant Utility
Eversource NH / Liberty Utilities
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Adjacent States
Maine29.55c
Vermont25.14c
Massachusetts31.51c
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New Hampshire Electricity: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the electricity rate in New Hampshire in 2026?+
The average residential electricity rate in New Hampshire is 26.47 cents per kWh as of April 2026, according to the EIA Electric Power Monthly. This is 8.82c above the US average of 17.65c/kWh (+50%). The average monthly electricity bill in New Hampshire is approximately $167 based on 631 kWh typical monthly usage.
Can I switch electricity providers in New Hampshire?+
Yes - New Hampshire is a deregulated state. Eversource NH and Liberty default; competitive supply optional via NHPUC The local utility (Eversource NH / Liberty Utilities) still delivers the electricity; only the generation/supply charge is competitive.
What is the average monthly electricity bill in New Hampshire?+
The average New Hampshire household uses approximately 631 kWh per month. At 26.47c/kWh plus approximately $10 in fixed charges, the average monthly bill is $167. This varies by season (higher in summer for cooling-dominant states like Florida, higher in winter for heating-dominant states).
What is the primary electricity source in New Hampshire?+
New Hampshire's generation mix is primarily Natural gas 55%, nuclear 25%, renewables 20%. This fuel mix is a key factor in the state's electricity rate - states relying on hydro or nuclear typically have lower rates, while states heavily dependent on natural gas or petroleum (like Hawaii) face higher costs.
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