Electricity rates in East Greenbush, NY
East Greenbush (4,487 people, Rensselaer 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 East Greenbush
| 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 Rensselaer County right now
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Outage history in Rensselaer County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 1,024 | 203 |
| Days with outages | 77 | 63 |
| Most customers out at once | 28,141 (35%) | 6,136 (7.6%) |
| Worst day | 2024-03-24 | 2025-06-19 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (1,024 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Hampton Manor 22.8¢
- Rensselaer 22.8¢
- Albany 22.8¢
- Castleton-on-Hudson 22.8¢
- West Sand Lake 22.8¢
- Nassau 22.8¢
- Delmar 22.8¢
- Menands 22.8¢
- West Albany 22.8¢
- Wynantskill 22.8¢
ZIP codes: 12061
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in East Greenbush?
Most homes in East Greenbush 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 East Greenbush: New York State Electric & Gas Corp. (25.00¢).
What is the average electric bill in East Greenbush?
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 East Greenbush, NY?
2 utilities serve East Greenbush'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 East Greenbush?
In 2025, customers in Rensselaer County averaged 3 hr 23 min without power. Outages hit 63 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-19, when 6,136 customers (7.6%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.