Electricity rates in Somersworth, NH
Somersworth (11,759 people, Strafford 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 Somersworth
| 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 Strafford County right now
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Outage history in Strafford County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 824 | 96 |
| Days with outages | 47 | 34 |
| Most customers out at once | 24,097 (26.9%) | 5,195 (5.8%) |
| Worst day | 2024-04-04 | 2025-08-16 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (824 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Rollinsford 25.9¢
- Dover 25.9¢
- Rochester 25.9¢
- Madbury 25.9¢
- Durham 25.9¢
- Barrington 25.9¢
- Lee 25.9¢
- Newmarket 25.9¢
- Farmington 25.9¢
- Portsmouth 25.9¢
ZIP codes: 03878
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Somersworth?
Most homes in Somersworth 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 Somersworth?
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 Somersworth, NH?
Public Service Co of NH serves Somersworth.
How often does the power go out in Somersworth?
In 2025, customers in Strafford County averaged 96 min without power. Outages hit 34 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-08-16, when 5,195 customers (5.8%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.