Electricity rates in Athens, NY
Athens (1,617 people, Greene County) is served by 2 electric utilities. 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 Athens
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Niagara Mohawk Power Corp. | Investor-owned utility | 22.81¢ | $149 | 1.45M | 242 |
| Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corp. | Investor-owned utility | 30.35¢ | $211 | 246K | 290 |
Power outages in Greene County right now
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Outage history in Greene County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 1,426 | 524 |
| Days with outages | 109 | 95 |
| Most customers out at once | 8,312 (35.4%) | 6,137 (26.1%) |
| Worst day | 2024-08-09 | 2025-08-14 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (1,426 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Hudson 22.8¢
- Oakdale 27.8¢
- Lorenz Park 22.8¢
- Stottville 22.8¢
- Catskill 22.8¢
- Jefferson Heights 30.4¢
- Coxsackie 22.8¢
- Philmont 25.0¢
- Cairo 30.4¢
- Kinderhook 22.8¢
ZIP codes: 12015
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Athens?
Most homes in Athens 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¢. Other utilities serving parts of Athens: Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corp. (30.35¢).
What is the average electric bill in Athens?
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 Athens, NY?
2 utilities serve Athens's ZIP codes: Niagara Mohawk Power Corp., Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corp.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Athens?
In 2025, customers in Greene County averaged 8 hr 44 min without power. Outages hit 95 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-08-14, when 6,137 customers (26.1%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.