Electricity rates in Hampstead, NH
Hampstead (8,650 people, Rockingham County) is served by 3 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 Hampstead
| 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 |
| Unitil Energy Systems | Investor-owned utility | 24.93¢ | $150 | 24K | 98 |
Power outages in Rockingham County right now
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Outage history in Rockingham County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 916 | 187 |
| Days with outages | 64 | 49 |
| Most customers out at once | 64,404 (41.8%) | 18,430 (12%) |
| Worst day | 2024-04-04 | 2025-05-18 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (916 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 03841
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Hampstead?
Most homes in Hampstead 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 Hampstead: New Hampshire Electric Co-op (26.67¢), Unitil Energy Systems (24.93¢).
What is the average electric bill in Hampstead?
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 Hampstead, NH?
3 utilities serve Hampstead's ZIP codes: Public Service Co of NH, New Hampshire Electric Co-op, Unitil Energy Systems. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Hampstead?
In 2025, customers in Rockingham County averaged 3 hr 7 min without power. Outages hit 49 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-05-18, when 18,430 customers (12%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.