Electricity rates in Dryden, NY
Dryden (2,094 people, Tompkins 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 Dryden
| 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 Tompkins County right now
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Outage history in Tompkins County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 534 | 218 |
| Days with outages | 43 | 27 |
| Most customers out at once | 9,629 (15.1%) | 8,938 (14%) |
| Worst day | 2024-01-10 | 2025-03-16 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (534 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Groton 22.8¢
- Munsons Corners 22.8¢
- Cortland West 25.0¢
- Northeast Ithaca 25.0¢
- Lansing 25.0¢
- East Ithaca 25.0¢
- Cortland 22.8¢
- Cayuga Heights 25.0¢
- Ithaca 25.0¢
- South Hill 25.0¢
ZIP codes: 13053
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Dryden?
Most homes in Dryden 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 Dryden: New York State Electric & Gas Corp. (25.00¢).
What is the average electric bill in Dryden?
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 Dryden, NY?
2 utilities serve Dryden'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 Dryden?
In 2025, customers in Tompkins County averaged 3 hr 38 min without power. Outages hit 27 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-03-16, when 8,938 customers (14%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.