Electricity rates in Barrington, NH
Barrington (8,417 people, Strafford County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Public Service Co of NH pay about 25.95¢/kWh, 3% less than the New Hampshire average.
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Electric companies serving Barrington
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public Service Co of NH | Investor-owned utility | 25.95¢ | $161 | 263K | 161 |
| New Hampshire Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 26.67¢ | $163 | 70K | 874 |
Power outages in Strafford County right now
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Outage history in Strafford County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 824 | 96 |
| Days with outages | 47 | 34 |
| Most customers out at once | 24,097 (26.9%) | 5,195 (5.8%) |
| Worst day | 2024-04-04 | 2025-08-16 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (824 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Northwood 25.9¢
- Rochester 25.9¢
- Lee 25.9¢
- Madbury 25.9¢
- Nottingham 25.9¢
- Durham 25.9¢
- Dover 25.9¢
- Somersworth 25.9¢
- Strafford 25.9¢
- Newmarket 25.9¢
ZIP codes: 03825
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Barrington?
Most homes in Barrington get power from Public Service Co of NH, where residential customers pay an average of 25.95¢/kWh including all charges. The New Hampshire average is 26.67¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Barrington: New Hampshire Electric Co-op (26.67¢).
What is the average electric bill in Barrington?
About $161 a month, based on 620 kWh a month (the average for Public Service Co of NH customers) at 25.95¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Barrington, NH?
2 utilities serve Barrington's ZIP codes: Public Service Co of NH, New Hampshire Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Barrington?
In 2025, customers in Strafford County averaged 96 min without power. Outages hit 34 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-08-16, when 5,195 customers (5.8%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.