Electricity rates in Bolivar, NY
Bolivar (1,138 people, Allegany 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 Bolivar
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Niagara Mohawk Power Corp. | Investor-owned utility | 22.81¢ | $149 | 1.45M | 242 |
| Rochester Gas & Electric Corp. | Investor-owned utility | 23.68¢ | $165 | 303K | 133 |
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
- Chittenango 22.8¢
- Kirkville 22.8¢
- Minoa 22.8¢
- Fayetteville 22.8¢
- Manlius 22.8¢
- Canastota 22.8¢
- Bridgeport 22.8¢
- East Syracuse 22.8¢
- Cazenovia 22.8¢
- Lyncourt 22.8¢
ZIP codes: 14715
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Bolivar?
Most homes in Bolivar 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 Bolivar: Rochester Gas & Electric Corp. (23.68¢).
What is the average electric bill in Bolivar?
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 Bolivar, NY?
2 utilities serve Bolivar's ZIP codes: Niagara Mohawk Power Corp., Rochester Gas & Electric Corp.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Bolivar?
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.