Electricity rates in Merrick, NY
Merrick (22,097 people, Nassau County) is served by 2 electric utilities. 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 Merrick
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long Island Power Authority | State-owned utility | 27.76¢ | $207 | 1.03M | 68 |
| Village of Freeport | Municipal utility | 14.55¢ | $116 | 13K | 12 |
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
- Bellmore 27.8¢
- Freeport 27.8¢
- North Merrick 27.8¢
- North Bellmore 27.8¢
- Roosevelt 27.8¢
- Wantagh 27.8¢
- Baldwin 27.8¢
- North Wantagh 27.8¢
- Seaford 27.8¢
- Uniondale 27.8¢
ZIP codes: 11566
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Merrick?
Most homes in Merrick 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¢. Other utilities serving parts of Merrick: Village of Freeport (14.55¢).
What is the average electric bill in Merrick?
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 Merrick, NY?
2 utilities serve Merrick's ZIP codes: Long Island Power Authority, Village of Freeport. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Merrick?
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.