Electricity rates in Hempstead, NY
Hempstead (55,547 people, Nassau County) is served by Long Island Power Authority. Homes on Long Island Power Authority pay about 27.76¢/kWh, 2% less than the New York average.
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Electric companies serving Hempstead
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long Island Power Authority | State-owned utility | 27.76¢ | $207 | 1.03M | 68 |
Power outages in Nassau County right now
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Outage history in Nassau County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 87 | 106 |
| Days with outages | 34 | 35 |
| Most customers out at once | 7,575 (1.8%) | 457,901 (107.1%) |
| Worst day | 2024-06-27 | 2025-02-02 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (87 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Uniondale 27.8¢
- Garden City 27.8¢
- West Hempstead 27.8¢
- South Hempstead 27.8¢
- East Garden City 27.8¢
- Garden City South 27.8¢
- Roosevelt 27.8¢
- Franklin Square 27.8¢
- North Merrick 27.8¢
- East Meadow 27.8¢
ZIP codes: 11549, 11550, 11551
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Hempstead?
Most homes in Hempstead get power from Long Island Power Authority, where residential customers pay an average of 27.76¢/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 Hempstead?
About $207 a month, based on 744 kWh a month (the average for Long Island Power Authority customers) at 27.76¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Hempstead, NY?
Long Island Power Authority serves Hempstead.
How often does the power go out in Hempstead?
In 2025, customers in Nassau County averaged 106 min without power. Outages hit 35 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-02-02, when 457,901 customers (107.1%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.