Electricity rates in Belmont, NH
Belmont (1,301 people, Belknap 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 Belmont
| 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 Belknap County right now
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Outage history in Belknap County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 2,103 | 632 |
| Days with outages | 83 | 97 |
| Most customers out at once | 20,092 (61.9%) | 6,091 (18.8%) |
| Worst day | 2024-04-04 | 2025-03-07 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (2,103 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Gilmanton 25.9¢
- Tilton 26.7¢
- Laconia 25.9¢
- Northfield 25.9¢
- Tilton-Northfield 25.9¢
- Sanbornton 25.9¢
- Gilford 25.9¢
- Franklin 25.9¢
- Canterbury 25.9¢
- Boscawen 24.9¢
ZIP codes: 03220
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Belmont?
Most homes in Belmont 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 Belmont: New Hampshire Electric Co-op (26.67¢).
What is the average electric bill in Belmont?
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 Belmont, NH?
2 utilities serve Belmont'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 Belmont?
In 2025, customers in Belknap County averaged 10 hr 32 min without power. Outages hit 97 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-03-07, when 6,091 customers (18.8%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.