Electricity rates in Kensington, NY
Kensington (1,185 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 Kensington
| 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
- Great Neck Gardens 27.8¢
- Great Neck Plaza 27.8¢
- Great Neck 27.8¢
- Thomaston 27.8¢
- Great Neck Estates 27.8¢
- University Gardens 27.8¢
- Plandome Heights 27.8¢
- Manhasset 27.8¢
- East Atlantic Beach 27.8¢
- Plandome 27.8¢
ZIP codes: 11021, 11023, 11027
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Kensington?
Most homes in Kensington 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 Kensington?
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 Kensington, NY?
Long Island Power Authority serves Kensington.
How often does the power go out in Kensington?
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.