Residential — Domestic Service Rate 1 · Updated October 2026

Nova Scotia Power Rates (2026)

Current Nova Scotia Power residential electricity rates — 18.0¢/kWh blended average, typical monthly bill $165 on 850 kWh of consumption. This page covers the full rate structure, delivery charges, net metering treatment, and the math on how a solar system would change your bill under this specific rate class.

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Flat energy rate17.9¢/kWh

Fixed customer charge

$10.83/month

Delivery charges

Bundled into energy rate

Blended all-in avg

18.0¢/kWh

Note on timing: NSP filed a 14% increase application with UARB covering 2026-2028. Likely approved in revised form; solar economics only improve.

What NSP customers should know

check_circleHighest residential retail rates in Canada — makes solar payback among the fastest.
check_circleEfficiency Nova Scotia SolarHomes rebate pays $0.30/W to $3,000 for residential installs.
check_circleNSP enhanced net metering credits roll over 12 months and expire; size to annual consumption.
check_circleAtlantic winter storms + wind loading = higher-spec racking required ($0.08/W adder vs Ontario).

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How solar changes the math on a NSP bill

At 18.0¢/kWh blended, every kWh you self-generate with solar avoids that cost. A right-sized system for a 850-kWh/month NSP customer saves roughly $1,800–$2,300/year. Payback lands at 6–8 years, depending on your specific roof and whether you take available provincial rebates.

Net metering treatment: 12.00¢/kWh export credit. Credits typically roll over 12 months and expire — size your system to annual consumption to avoid lost credits.

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NSP rate FAQs

What is the current NSP residential electricity rate?

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Nova Scotia Power charges a flat 17.9¢/kWh residential energy rate plus a $10.83/month fixed customer charge. Blended all-in average is 18.0¢/kWh.

What's a typical monthly NSP bill?

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A typical NSP residential customer uses 850 kWh/month and pays roughly $165/month all-in (energy + delivery + fixed charge). Your actual bill varies with heating fuel (electric vs gas), home size, and household size.

How much can solar reduce my NSP bill?

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A well-sized solar system for a typical NSP customer saves $1,800–$2,300/year, with payback at 6–8 years. Net metering credits exported kWh at 12.00¢/kWh.

Does NSP offer Time-of-Use (TOU) rates?

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Nova Scotia Power uses a flat rate structure rather than TOU. Every kWh costs the same regardless of time of day. TOU arbitrage opportunities are limited; solar economics are driven by overall offset, not shifting.

Compare with other utilities

Also from other provinces

Toronto Hydro

13.2¢/kWh

Ontario · TOU · Typical bill $180/mo · Solar payback 9–12 years

Hydro One Networks

15.8¢/kWh

Ontario · TOU · Typical bill $240/mo · Solar payback 8–11 years

Alectra Utilities

12.6¢/kWh

Ontario · TOU · Typical bill $190/mo · Solar payback 9–12 years

BC Hydro

13.2¢/kWh

British Columbia · TIERED · Typical bill $125/mo · Solar payback 10–13 years