Electricity rates in Dunkirk, NY
Dunkirk (12,081 people, Chautauqua County) is served by Niagara Mohawk Power Corp.. 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 Dunkirk
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Niagara Mohawk Power Corp. | Investor-owned utility | 22.81¢ | $149 | 1.45M | 242 |
Power outages in Chautauqua County right now
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Outage history in Chautauqua County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 482 | 130 |
| Days with outages | 50 | 36 |
| Most customers out at once | 13,217 (26.8%) | 4,283 (8.7%) |
| Worst day | 2024-01-10 | 2025-12-29 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (482 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Fredonia 22.8¢
- Brocton 22.8¢
- Silver Creek 22.8¢
- Portland 22.8¢
- Westfield 22.8¢
- Lake Erie Beach 22.8¢
- Mayville 22.8¢
- Angola on the Lake 22.8¢
- Angola 22.8¢
- Gowanda 22.8¢
ZIP codes: 14048
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Dunkirk?
Most homes in Dunkirk 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¢.
What is the average electric bill in Dunkirk?
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 Dunkirk, NY?
Niagara Mohawk Power Corp. serves Dunkirk.
How often does the power go out in Dunkirk?
In 2025, customers in Chautauqua County averaged 2 hr 10 min without power. Outages hit 36 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-12-29, when 4,283 customers (8.7%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.