Electricity rates in Alfred, NY
Alfred (4,061 people, Allegany County) is served by New York State Electric & Gas Corp.. Homes on New York State Electric & Gas Corp. pay about 25.00¢/kWh, 12% less than the New York average.
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Electric companies serving Alfred
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York State Electric & Gas Corp. | Investor-owned utility | 25.00¢ | $186 | 748K | 302 |
Power outages in Allegany County right now
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Outage history in Allegany County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 425 | 304 |
| Days with outages | 57 | 86 |
| Most customers out at once | 6,762 (24.6%) | 2,642 (9.6%) |
| Worst day | 2024-01-10 | 2025-09-05 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (425 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 14802
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Alfred?
Most homes in Alfred get power from New York State Electric & Gas Corp., where residential customers pay an average of 25.00¢/kWh including all charges. The New York average is 28.39¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢.
What is the average electric bill in Alfred?
About $186 a month, based on 744 kWh a month (the average for New York State Electric & Gas Corp. customers) at 25.00¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Alfred, NY?
New York State Electric & Gas Corp. serves Alfred.
How often does the power go out in Alfred?
In 2025, customers in Allegany County averaged 5 hr 4 min without power. Outages hit 86 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-09-05, when 2,642 customers (9.6%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.