New Hampshire & Vermont Electricity: Rural New England Rate Guide

New Hampshire & Vermont Electricity: Rural New England Rate Guide

New Hampshire and Vermont share similar electricity challenges - rural geography, cold winters, and limited local generation. Here's what you need to know about rates in these states.

New Hampshire Utilities

Eversource New Hampshire

Serves approximately 500,000 customers in southern and central NH.

• Average rate: ~22-24 cents per kWh
• Deregulated - you can choose suppliers

Liberty Utilities

Serves approximately 45,000 customers in the Granite State.

• Average rate: ~20-22 cents per kWh
• Smaller service territory

NH Electric Co-op

Serves rural areas of New Hampshire.

• Average rate: ~18-20 cents per kWh
• Member-owned cooperative

Vermont Utilities

Green Mountain Power

Serves approximately 270,000 customers - about 75% of Vermont.

• Average rate: ~18-20 cents per kWh
• Strong renewable energy focus

Vermont Electric Cooperative

Serves rural northern Vermont.

• Average rate: ~17-19 cents per kWh
• Member-owned

Burlington Electric Department

Municipal utility serving Burlington.

• Average rate: ~15-17 cents per kWh
• 100% renewable energy

Why Northern New England Rates Vary

1. Transmission constraints - limited connections to rest of grid
2. Heating demand - cold winters increase usage
3. Rural infrastructure - higher per-customer costs
4. Renewable investments - transition costs

Energy Assistance Programs

New Hampshire

• Fuel Assistance Program (FAP)
• Electric Assistance Program (EAP)
• Weatherization Assistance

Vermont

• LIHEAP through Economic Services
• Weatherization Assistance Program
• Utility discount programs

Tips for Northern New England Residents

1. Weatherize your home - heating efficiency is crucial
2. Consider heat pumps - efficient even in cold climates
3. Explore solar - both states have good incentives
4. Apply for assistance - many programs available