Electricity rates in Cold Spring, NY
Cold Spring (1,964 people, Putnam County) is served by 3 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 Cold Spring
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York State Electric & Gas Corp. | Investor-owned utility | 25.00¢ | $186 | 748K | 302 |
| Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corp. | Investor-owned utility | 30.35¢ | $211 | 246K | 290 |
| Orange & Rockland Utilities | Investor-owned utility | 28.12¢ | $195 | 194K | 155 |
Power outages in Putnam County right now
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Outage history in Putnam County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 450 | 255 |
| Days with outages | 77 | 84 |
| Most customers out at once | 10,082 (21.2%) | 5,575 (11.7%) |
| Worst day | 2024-07-17 | 2025-06-09 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (450 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- West Point 28.1¢
- Highland Falls 30.4¢
- Cornwall 30.4¢
- Firthcliffe 30.4¢
- New Windsor 30.4¢
- Vails Gate 30.4¢
- Beacon 30.4¢
- Fort Montgomery 28.1¢
- Newburgh 30.4¢
- Fishkill 30.4¢
ZIP codes: 10516
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Cold Spring?
Most homes in Cold Spring 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 Cold Spring: Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corp. (30.35¢), Orange & Rockland Utilities (28.12¢).
What is the average electric bill in Cold Spring?
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 Cold Spring, NY?
3 utilities serve Cold Spring's ZIP codes: New York State Electric & Gas Corp., Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corp., Orange & Rockland Utilities. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Cold Spring?
In 2025, customers in Putnam County averaged 4 hr 15 min without power. Outages hit 84 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-09, when 5,575 customers (11.7%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.