Electricity rates in Concord, NH
Concord (43,976 people, Merrimack County) is served by 3 electric utilities. Homes on Unitil Energy Systems pay about 24.93¢/kWh, 7% less than the New Hampshire average.
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Electric companies serving Concord
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unitil Energy Systems | Investor-owned utility | 24.93¢ | $150 | 24K | 98 |
| 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 Merrimack County right now
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Outage history in Merrimack County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 708 | 154 |
| Days with outages | 48 | 49 |
| Most customers out at once | 30,245 (26.1%) | 8,480 (7.3%) |
| Worst day | 2024-03-24 | 2025-03-07 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (708 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- East Concord 24.9¢
- Pembroke 25.9¢
- Bow Bog 24.9¢
- Suncook 25.9¢
- Hopkinton 25.9¢
- Chichester 25.9¢
- Boscawen 24.9¢
- Hooksett 25.9¢
- Contoocook 25.9¢
- Canterbury 25.9¢
ZIP codes: 03301, 03302, 03303, 03305
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Concord?
Most homes in Concord get power from Unitil Energy Systems, where residential customers pay an average of 24.93¢/kWh including all charges. The New Hampshire average is 26.67¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Concord: Public Service Co of NH (25.95¢), New Hampshire Electric Co-op (26.67¢).
What is the average electric bill in Concord?
About $150 a month, based on 601 kWh a month (the average for Unitil Energy Systems customers) at 24.93¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Concord, NH?
3 utilities serve Concord's ZIP codes: Unitil Energy Systems, 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 Concord?
In 2025, customers in Merrimack County averaged 2 hr 34 min without power. Outages hit 49 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-03-07, when 8,480 customers (7.3%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.