Electricity rates in Herkimer, NY
Herkimer (7,519 people, Herkimer 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 Herkimer
| 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 Herkimer County right now
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Outage history in Herkimer County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 988 | 689 |
| Days with outages | 56 | 56 |
| Most customers out at once | 4,806 (17.2%) | 4,932 (17.7%) |
| Worst day | 2024-02-29 | 2025-06-22 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (988 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Mohawk 22.8¢
- Ilion 22.8¢
- Frankfort 22.8¢
- Little Falls 22.8¢
- Richfield Springs 25.0¢
- Dolgeville 22.8¢
- Utica 22.8¢
- Chadwicks 22.8¢
- Washington Mills 22.8¢
- Cassville 22.8¢
ZIP codes: 13350
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Herkimer?
Most homes in Herkimer 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 Herkimer?
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 Herkimer, NY?
Niagara Mohawk Power Corp. serves Herkimer.
How often does the power go out in Herkimer?
In 2025, customers in Herkimer County averaged 11 hr 29 min without power. Outages hit 56 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-22, when 4,932 customers (17.7%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.