Electricity rates in Lancaster, NY
Lancaster (10,258 people, Erie County) is served by New York State Electric & Gas Corp.. Homes on New York State Electric & Gas Corp. pay about 25.00¢/kWh, 12% less than the New York average.
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Electric companies serving Lancaster
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York State Electric & Gas Corp. | Investor-owned utility | 25.00¢ | $186 | 748K | 302 |
Power outages in Erie County right now
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Outage history in Erie County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 162 | 98 |
| Days with outages | 28 | 16 |
| Most customers out at once | 31,140 (6%) | 26,515 (5.1%) |
| Worst day | 2024-01-10 | 2025-12-29 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (162 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Depew 25.0¢
- Cheektowaga 22.8¢
- Harris Hill 25.0¢
- Town Line 25.0¢
- Elma Center 25.0¢
- Williamsville 22.8¢
- Sloan 22.8¢
- Clarence 22.8¢
- West Seneca 22.8¢
- Clarence Center 22.8¢
ZIP codes: 14086
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Lancaster?
Most homes in Lancaster get power from New York State Electric & Gas Corp., where residential customers pay an average of 25.00¢/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 Lancaster?
About $186 a month, based on 744 kWh a month (the average for New York State Electric & Gas Corp. customers) at 25.00¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Lancaster, NY?
New York State Electric & Gas Corp. serves Lancaster.
How often does the power go out in Lancaster?
In 2025, customers in Erie County averaged 98 min without power. Outages hit 16 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-12-29, when 26,515 customers (5.1%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.