Electricity rates in Manchester, NH
Manchester (110,229 people, Hillsborough 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 Manchester
| 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 Hillsborough County right now
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Outage history in Hillsborough County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 416 | 139 |
| Days with outages | 28 | 34 |
| Most customers out at once | 21,826 (11.1%) | 18,617 (9.5%) |
| Worst day | 2024-04-04 | 2025-10-07 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (416 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- South Hooksett 25.9¢
- Pinardville 25.9¢
- Bedford 25.9¢
- Auburn 25.9¢
- Hooksett 25.9¢
- Goffstown 25.9¢
- East Merrimack 25.9¢
- Bow Bog 24.9¢
- Merrimack 25.9¢
- Suncook 25.9¢
ZIP codes: 03101, 03102, 03103, 03104, 03105, 03108, 03109, 03111
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Manchester?
Most homes in Manchester 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 Manchester?
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 Manchester, NH?
Public Service Co of NH serves Manchester.
How often does the power go out in Manchester?
In 2025, customers in Hillsborough County averaged 2 hr 19 min without power. Outages hit 34 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-10-07, when 18,617 customers (9.5%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.