Electricity rates in Bristol, NH
Bristol (1,688 people, Grafton 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 Bristol
| 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 Grafton County right now
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Outage history in Grafton County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 722 | 359 |
| Days with outages | 80 | 77 |
| Most customers out at once | 9,149 (18.3%) | 6,234 (12.5%) |
| Worst day | 2024-01-13 | 2025-06-19 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (722 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Alexandria 25.9¢
- Bridgewater 25.9¢
- Hill 25.9¢
- Danbury 25.9¢
- Ashland 25.9¢
- Sanbornton 25.9¢
- Grafton 25.9¢
- Franklin 25.9¢
- Andover 25.9¢
- Plymouth 25.9¢
ZIP codes: 03222
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Bristol?
Most homes in Bristol 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 Bristol: New Hampshire Electric Co-op (26.67¢).
What is the average electric bill in Bristol?
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 Bristol, NH?
2 utilities serve Bristol'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 Bristol?
In 2025, customers in Grafton County averaged 5 hr 59 min without power. Outages hit 77 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-19, when 6,234 customers (12.5%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.