Utility rates in Portsmouth vs. US average
Typical monthly utility bills in Portsmouth
Figures from U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates, reflecting households that pay utilities separately from rent. In dense urban areas where heat or hot water is often included in rent, these numbers represent the subset of residents who pay directly.
How Portsmouth heats its homes
20% natural gas · 10% electricity · 71% other fuels
Electric rates in Portsmouth
Residential rates range from 28.9¢ to 32.5¢ per kWh.
Providers include Liberty Utilities (Granite State Electri, New Hampshire Elec Coop Inc, Public Service Co of NH, Unitil Energy Systems.
This is 86% above the national average of 16.5¢/kWh.
Note: New Hampshire has a competitive electricity market — you may be able to choose your supplier.
Internet providers in Portsmouth
Portsmouth has strong broadband coverage.
Availability varies by address. Based on FCC Broadband Data Collection filings.
Electric 4 providers
Natural Gas 1 provider
Water 202 providers
Sewer 5 providers
Internet 11 providers
ZIP codes in Portsmouth, NH
Disclaimer: Provider information is sourced from federal databases including HIFLD, EPA SDWIS, FCC Broadband Data, and EIA-861. Utility cost estimates are from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Local electric rates are based on 2023 NREL Utility Rate Database data; state and US averages are from EIA Form 861 (2024). Coverage areas are approximate and may not reflect recent changes. Please verify directly with your provider.
Data sources: U.S. Census Bureau, NREL, EIA-861, HIFLD, EPA, FCC. Last updated: May 2026.