Electricity rates in Chatham, NY
Chatham (1,696 people, Columbia 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 Chatham
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Niagara Mohawk Power Corp. | Investor-owned utility | 22.81¢ | $149 | 1.45M | 242 |
| New York State Electric & Gas Corp. | Investor-owned utility | 25.00¢ | $186 | 748K | 302 |
Power outages in Columbia County right now
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Outage history in Columbia County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 1,218 | 385 |
| Days with outages | 75 | 72 |
| Most customers out at once | 8,654 (28.1%) | 2,361 (7.7%) |
| Worst day | 2024-03-23 | 2025-12-19 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (1,218 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Valatie 22.8¢
- Kinderhook 22.8¢
- Niverville 22.8¢
- Philmont 25.0¢
- Stottville 22.8¢
- Nassau 22.8¢
- Coxsackie 22.8¢
- Lorenz Park 22.8¢
- Oakdale 27.8¢
- Hudson 22.8¢
ZIP codes: 12037
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Chatham?
Most homes in Chatham 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 Chatham: New York State Electric & Gas Corp. (25.00¢).
What is the average electric bill in Chatham?
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 Chatham, NY?
2 utilities serve Chatham's ZIP codes: Niagara Mohawk Power Corp., New York State Electric & Gas Corp.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Chatham?
In 2025, customers in Columbia County averaged 6 hr 25 min without power. Outages hit 72 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-12-19, when 2,361 customers (7.7%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.