Electricity rates in 03031 — Amherst, NH
Homes in ZIP 03031 pay about 26.1¢ per kWh (Public Service Co. of NH, Jan–Aug 2026). The New Hampshire average is 27.6¢ and the U.S. average 18.2¢ (Aug 2026).
What a month of electricity costs
Monthly cost at the average price of 26.1¢ per kWh. Real bills add or subtract fixed charges, tiers, time-of-use and fuel adjustments.
Where ZIP 03031 is
Outlined: ZIP code area · scroll or pinch to zoomUtilities serving 03031
| Utility | Home price | Avg. bill | Customers in NH |
|---|---|---|---|
| Public Service Co. of NH Investor Owned | 26.1¢ Jan–Aug 2026 | $136 | 459,907 |
| Liberty Utilities (Granite State Electri Investor Owned · serves Hillsborough County | 25.6¢ Jan–Aug 2026 | $150 | 39,667 |
Utilities are matched to this ZIP code by NREL’s ZIP–utility table and the EIA service-territory list for Hillsborough County; county matches may serve only part of the area. Prices are each utility’s average residential revenue per kWh.
New Hampshire price trend
Hover or tap the chart for exact monthly values. Source: EIA-861M (monthly, latest months preliminary); forecast: EIA Short-Term Energy Outlook (October 2026) for the New England region, which includes Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont.
Averages, not a quote. Prices here are what each utility’s residential customers paid on average (revenue ÷ kWh sold, fixed charges included), as reported to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. Your own rate depends on your plan, season and usage — check your bill or your utility’s tariff.
Questions about 03031
How much does electricity cost in 03031?
About 26.1¢ per kWh for homes (Public Service Co. of NH, Jan–Aug 2026, EIA). At 900 kWh a month that is roughly $235.
Who is the electric utility for 03031?
Public Service Co. of NH, with about 459,907 residential customers in New Hampshire; 1 other utility also serves parts of the area.
Is electricity in NH getting more expensive?
The New Hampshire residential average was 27.6¢ per kWh in August 2026, up 13.1% from a year earlier; the U.S. average was 18.2¢.
Can I choose my electricity supplier in NH?
New Hampshire allows retail electricity choice for many households; the local utility still delivers the power.