Electricity rates in Berne, NY
Berne (2,794 people, Albany 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 Berne
| 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 Albany County right now
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Outage history in Albany County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 660 | 155 |
| Days with outages | 54 | 67 |
| Most customers out at once | 44,632 (24.1%) | 8,451 (4.6%) |
| Worst day | 2024-03-24 | 2025-06-24 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (660 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Altamont 22.8¢
- Middleburgh 22.8¢
- Voorheesville 22.8¢
- Braman Corners 22.8¢
- Rotterdam 22.8¢
- Westmere 22.8¢
- McKownville 22.8¢
- Delmar 22.8¢
- Durham 25.0¢
- Scotia 22.8¢
ZIP codes: 12023
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Berne?
Most homes in Berne 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 Berne: Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corp. (30.35¢).
What is the average electric bill in Berne?
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 Berne, NY?
2 utilities serve Berne'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 Berne?
In 2025, customers in Albany County averaged 2 hr 35 min without power. Outages hit 67 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-24, when 8,451 customers (4.6%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.