Electricity rates in Effingham, NH
Effingham (1,356 people, Carroll 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 Effingham
| 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 Carroll County right now
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Outage history in Carroll County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 3,867 | 868 |
| Days with outages | 111 | 89 |
| Most customers out at once | 34,968 (134.4%) | 13,683 (52.6%) |
| Worst day | 2024-04-04 | 2025-03-07 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (3,867 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Freedom 25.9¢
- Ossipee 25.9¢
- Tuftonboro 26.7¢
- Madison 25.9¢
- Wakefield 25.9¢
- Sanbornville 25.9¢
- Tamworth 25.9¢
- Wolfeboro 26.7¢
- Conway 25.9¢
- Moultonborough 26.7¢
ZIP codes: 03882
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Effingham?
Most homes in Effingham 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 Effingham: New Hampshire Electric Co-op (26.67¢).
What is the average electric bill in Effingham?
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 Effingham, NH?
2 utilities serve Effingham'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 Effingham?
In 2025, customers in Carroll County averaged 14 hr 28 min without power. Outages hit 89 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-03-07, when 13,683 customers (52.6%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.