Electricity rates in North Elba, NY
North Elba (8,474 people, Essex County) is served by 2 electric utilities. 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 North Elba
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Niagara Mohawk Power Corp. | Investor-owned utility | 22.81¢ | $149 | 1.45M | 242 |
| New York State Electric & Gas Corp. | Investor-owned utility | 25.00¢ | $186 | 748K | 302 |
Power outages in Essex County right now
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Outage history in Essex County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 1,236 | 327 |
| Days with outages | 69 | 72 |
| Most customers out at once | 6,690 (28.6%) | 3,678 (15.7%) |
| Worst day | 2024-08-09 | 2025-12-19 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (1,236 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Lake Placid 22.8¢
- Saranac Lake 22.8¢
- Mineville 22.8¢
- Tupper Lake 22.8¢
- Port Henry 22.8¢
- Keeseville 25.0¢
- Peru 22.8¢
- Crown Point 22.8¢
- Dannemora 25.0¢
- Morrisonville 22.8¢
ZIP codes: 12946
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in North Elba?
Most homes in North Elba 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¢. Other utilities serving parts of North Elba: New York State Electric & Gas Corp. (25.00¢).
What is the average electric bill in North Elba?
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 North Elba, NY?
2 utilities serve North Elba's ZIP codes: Niagara Mohawk Power Corp., New York State Electric & Gas Corp.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in North Elba?
In 2025, customers in Essex County averaged 5 hr 27 min without power. Outages hit 72 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-12-19, when 3,678 customers (15.7%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.