Electricity rates in Dover, NH
Dover (30,880 people, Strafford County) is served by Public Service Co of NH. 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 Dover
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public Service Co of NH | Investor-owned utility | 25.95¢ | $161 | 263K | 161 |
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
- Madbury 25.9¢
- Rollinsford 25.9¢
- Somersworth 25.9¢
- Durham 25.9¢
- Newmarket 25.9¢
- Lee 25.9¢
- Barrington 25.9¢
- Rochester 25.9¢
- Stratham Station 25.9¢
- Portsmouth 25.9¢
ZIP codes: 03820, 03821, 03822
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Dover?
Most homes in Dover 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¢.
What is the average electric bill in Dover?
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 Dover, NH?
Public Service Co of NH serves Dover.
How often does the power go out in Dover?
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.