Electricity rates in Amherst, NY
Amherst (122,366 people, Erie County) is served by Niagara Mohawk Power Corp.. Homes on Niagara Mohawk Power Corp. pay about 22.81¢/kWh, 20% less than the New York average.
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Electric companies serving Amherst
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Niagara Mohawk Power Corp. | Investor-owned utility | 22.81¢ | $149 | 1.45M | 242 |
Power outages in Erie County right now
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Outage history in Erie County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 162 | 98 |
| Days with outages | 28 | 16 |
| Most customers out at once | 31,140 (6%) | 26,515 (5.1%) |
| Worst day | 2024-01-10 | 2025-12-29 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (162 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Eggertsville 22.8¢
- Williamsville 22.8¢
- Kenmore 22.8¢
- Tonawanda 22.8¢
- North Tonawanda 22.8¢
- Cheektowaga 22.8¢
- Sloan 22.8¢
- East Amherst 22.8¢
- Harris Hill 25.0¢
- Depew 25.0¢
ZIP codes: 14215, 14223, 14226
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Amherst?
Most homes in Amherst get power from Niagara Mohawk Power Corp., where residential customers pay an average of 22.81¢/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 Amherst?
About $149 a month, based on 652 kWh a month (the average for Niagara Mohawk Power Corp. customers) at 22.81¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Amherst, NY?
Niagara Mohawk Power Corp. serves Amherst.
How often does the power go out in Amherst?
In 2025, customers in Erie County averaged 98 min without power. Outages hit 16 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-12-29, when 26,515 customers (5.1%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.