Electricity rates in Peterborough, NH
Peterborough (3,103 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 Peterborough
| 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
- Jaffrey 25.9¢
- Dublin 25.9¢
- Temple 25.9¢
- Greenfield 25.9¢
- Rindge 25.9¢
- Harrisville 25.9¢
- Lyndeborough 25.9¢
- New Ipswich 25.9¢
- Greenville 25.9¢
- Francestown 25.9¢
ZIP codes: 03458
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Peterborough?
Most homes in Peterborough 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 Peterborough?
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 Peterborough, NH?
Public Service Co of NH serves Peterborough.
How often does the power go out in Peterborough?
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.