Electricity rates in New Hampshire

Updated with EIA data for August 2026

Average rate

27.64¢

August 2026

12-month average

26.95¢

US: 18.16¢

Average bill

$202

730 kWh / month

National rank

1 = most expensive of 51

In August 2026, the average residential electricity rate in New Hampshire was 27.64¢ per kilowatt-hour (kWh), 52% higher than the US average of 18.16¢. That makes New Hampshire the 8th most expensive of the 50 states and DC. Prices rose 13.1% from August 2025 (24.44¢).

New Hampshire electricity rates over time

New Hampshire, cents per kWh US average

Average rate, bill and usage by year

Year	Avg rate	Avg monthly bill	Avg monthly use
2026 (8 mo)	26.91¢	$180	668 kWh
2025	24.53¢	$157	640 kWh
2024	23.40¢	$145	619 kWh
2023	28.15¢	$169	600 kWh
2022	25.46¢	$159	623 kWh
2021	19.85¢	$125	631 kWh
2020	19.04¢	$120	630 kWh
2019	20.05¢	$120	599 kWh
2018	19.69¢	$122	621 kWh
2017	19.20¢	$115	599 kWh

Rates are weighted by kWh sold. Bills and usage are averages per residential customer.

Rates by sector (August 2026)

Sector	Rate	A year earlier
Residential	27.64¢	24.44¢
Commercial	20.99¢	20.43¢
Industrial	17.26¢	16.95¢
Transportation	0.00¢	0.00¢
All sectors	23.45¢	21.79¢

How much does electricity cost in New Hampshire?

At New Hampshire's 12-month average residential rate of 26.95¢ per kWh, here is the energy cost for common monthly usage levels, next to the US average. Fixed customer charges, taxes and fees vary by utility and are not included.

Monthly use	New Hampshire	US average
250 kWh	$67.38	$45.40
500 kWh	$134.75	$90.80
750 kWh	$202.13	$136.20
1,000 kWh	$269.50	$181.60
1,500 kWh	$404.25	$272.40
2,000 kWh	$539.00	$363.20

New Hampshire electricity prices month by month

Over the last 12 months, the average residential rate ranged from 26.24¢ (December 2025) to 27.74¢ (September 2025), and homes used the most electricity in January 2026 (811 kWh on average).

Month	Avg rate	Avg bill	Avg use
August 2026	27.64¢	$202	730 kWh
July 2026	26.60¢	$207	778 kWh
June 2026	27.01¢	$166	614 kWh
May 2026	27.33¢	$136	498 kWh
April 2026	27.24¢	$148	545 kWh
March 2026	26.92¢	$171	634 kWh
February 2026	26.52¢	$195	736 kWh
January 2026	26.32¢	$213	811 kWh
December 2025	26.24¢	$198	755 kWh
November 2025	27.33¢	$158	578 kWh
October 2025	27.22¢	$143	527 kWh
September 2025	27.74¢	$141	509 kWh

New Hampshire vs neighboring states

New Hampshire's 12-month average rate is higher than 1 of its 3 neighbors.

State	12-mo avg rate	Avg monthly bill	Rank
New Hampshire	26.95¢	$173	#8
Maine	29.60¢	$156	#4
Massachusetts	30.39¢	$183	#3
Vermont	23.90¢	$141	#11

What appliances cost to run in New Hampshire

Appliance	Typical wattage	Cost per hour
Space heater	750–1,500 W	$0.20–$0.40
Refrigerator	725 W	$0.20
Clothes dryer	1,800–5,000 W	$0.49–$1.35
Washing machine	350–500 W	$0.09–$0.13
Dishwasher	1,200–2,400 W	$0.32–$0.65
Electric water heater	4,500–5,500 W	$1.21–$1.48
Microwave	750–1,100 W	$0.20–$0.30
Window fan	55–250 W	$0.01–$0.07

All appliance costs · Appliance cost calculator for New Hampshire

Can you choose your electricity provider in New Hampshire?

New Hampshire has retail electricity choice: in many areas, households can buy their electricity supply from a competitive retail provider instead of the utility's default rate. Your local utility still delivers the power and handles outages. Availability depends on your utility area. Compare the plan rate, contract length, fees and any cancellation charge before you switch.

Solar snapshot

Each kW of solar panels in Manchester produces about 1,258 kWh a year (NREL PVWatts). Sized for an average New Hampshire home, a 6.4 kW system would cost about $16,448 before any incentives and pay for itself in about 7.9 years. See the full New Hampshire solar estimate.

Guides for New Hampshire

Switching Providers

How to Switch Electricity Providers in New Hampshire: Steps, Rights and Red Flags

New Hampshire lets you buy supply from a registered competitive supplier. Here's how switching works, your cancellation rights and a checklist.

Nov 8, 2026 · 6 min read

Switching Providers

Fixed-Rate vs Variable-Rate Electricity Plans: Which Should You Choose?

Fixed plans lock your supply price per kWh for a term; variable plans can change monthly. Here is how each works, state rules, and how to choose.

Nov 9, 2026 · 7 min read

Saving Energy

How to Lower Your Electric Bill: 12 Practical, Sourced Ways

Practical ways to lower your electric bill, from free thermostat and standby-power fixes to LEDs, insulation and rate plans, each backed by DOE, EPA or EIA guidance.

Nov 9, 2026 · 5 min read

Solar

Is Solar Worth It in 2026? What Changed After the Federal Tax Credit Ended

The 25D federal credit ended for systems installed after 2025. Here is what now decides whether solar pays off, and how to estimate your own payback.

Nov 9, 2026 · 6 min read

New Hampshire electricity calculators

Frequently asked questions

What is the average electricity rate in New Hampshire?

The average residential electricity rate in New Hampshire was 27.64¢ per kWh in August 2026. Over the past 12 months it averaged 26.95¢ per kWh.

What is the average electric bill in New Hampshire?

The average residential customer in New Hampshire paid $202 for 730 kWh in August 2026, based on EIA revenue, sales and customer counts.

Is electricity in New Hampshire more expensive than the national average?

In August 2026, New Hampshire's average rate of 27.64¢ was 52% higher than the US average of 18.16¢.

Can I choose my electricity provider in New Hampshire?

Yes, New Hampshire has retail electricity choice, so many households can buy supply from a competitive provider. Your utility still delivers the power.

Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA), Form EIA-861M monthly sales and revenue data. Latest month: August 2026. Recent months may be preliminary and revised by EIA. See how we calculate.