Electricity rates in Bristol, VT
Bristol (2,030 people, Addison County) is served by Green Mountain Power Corp.. Homes on Green Mountain Power Corp. pay about 24.29¢/kWh, 2% more than the Vermont average.
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Electric companies serving Bristol
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Green Mountain Power Corp. | Investor-owned utility | 24.29¢ | $146 | 228K | 265 |
Power outages in Addison County right now
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Outage history in Addison County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 1,306 | 211 |
| Days with outages | 62 | 56 |
| Most customers out at once | 7,286 (42.3%) | 3,042 (17.7%) |
| Worst day | 2024-01-10 | 2025-10-31 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (1,306 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Lincoln 24.3¢
- Starksboro 24.3¢
- Vergennes 24.3¢
- Middlebury (village) 24.3¢
- Ferrisburgh 24.3¢
- Addison 24.3¢
- Hinesburg 24.3¢
- Charlotte 24.3¢
- Bridport 24.3¢
- Salisbury 24.3¢
ZIP codes: 05443
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Bristol?
Most homes in Bristol get power from Green Mountain Power Corp., where residential customers pay an average of 24.29¢/kWh including all charges. The Vermont average is 23.80¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢.
What is the average electric bill in Bristol?
About $146 a month, based on 601 kWh a month (the average for Green Mountain Power Corp. customers) at 24.29¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Bristol, VT?
Green Mountain Power Corp. serves Bristol.
How often does the power go out in Bristol?
In 2025, customers in Addison County averaged 3 hr 31 min without power. Outages hit 56 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-10-31, when 3,042 customers (17.7%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.