Electricity rates in Auburn, NY
Auburn (26,985 people, Cayuga County) is served by 2 electric utilities. 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 Auburn
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York State Electric & Gas Corp. | Investor-owned utility | 25.00¢ | $186 | 748K | 302 |
| Niagara Mohawk Power Corp. | Investor-owned utility | 22.81¢ | $149 | 1.45M | 242 |
Power outages in Cayuga County right now
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Outage history in Cayuga County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 650 | 300 |
| Days with outages | 56 | 53 |
| Most customers out at once | 12,075 (29.9%) | 7,754 (19.2%) |
| Worst day | 2024-01-10 | 2025-03-16 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (650 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Melrose Park 25.0¢
- Skaneateles 22.8¢
- Port Byron 25.0¢
- Weedsport 25.0¢
- Union Springs 25.0¢
- Elbridge 22.8¢
- Jordan 22.8¢
- Seneca Falls 25.0¢
- Marcellus 22.8¢
- Waterloo 25.0¢
ZIP codes: 13021, 13022, 13024
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Auburn?
Most homes in Auburn 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¢. Other utilities serving parts of Auburn: Niagara Mohawk Power Corp. (22.81¢).
What is the average electric bill in Auburn?
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 Auburn, NY?
2 utilities serve Auburn's ZIP codes: New York State Electric & Gas Corp., Niagara Mohawk Power Corp.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Auburn?
In 2025, customers in Cayuga County averaged 5 hr 0 min without power. Outages hit 53 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-03-16, when 7,754 customers (19.2%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.