Electricity rates in Newbury, NH
Newbury (1,813 people, Merrimack 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 Newbury
| 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 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
- Sutton 25.9¢
- Sunapee 25.9¢
- New London 25.9¢
- Newport 25.9¢
- Lempster 25.9¢
- Wilmot 25.9¢
- Unity 26.7¢
- Springfield 25.9¢
- Grantham 25.9¢
- Andover 25.9¢
ZIP codes: 03255
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Newbury?
Most homes in Newbury 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 Newbury: New Hampshire Electric Co-op (26.67¢).
What is the average electric bill in Newbury?
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 Newbury, NH?
2 utilities serve Newbury'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 Newbury?
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.