Electricity rates in Olean, NY
Olean (13,870 people, Cattaraugus 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 Olean
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Niagara Mohawk Power Corp. | Investor-owned utility | 22.81¢ | $149 | 1.45M | 242 |
| Rochester Gas & Electric Corp. | Investor-owned utility | 23.68¢ | $165 | 303K | 133 |
Power outages in Cattaraugus County right now
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Outage history in Cattaraugus County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 939 | 342 |
| Days with outages | 67 | 65 |
| Most customers out at once | 9,181 (36.8%) | 2,737 (11%) |
| Worst day | 2024-01-10 | 2025-11-06 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (939 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Saint Bonaventure 22.8¢
- Westons Mills 22.8¢
- Weston Mills 22.8¢
- Allegany 22.8¢
- Cuba 22.8¢
- Salamanca 22.8¢
- Friendship 22.8¢
- Franklinville 22.8¢
- Little Valley 22.8¢
- Houghton 22.8¢
ZIP codes: 14760
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Olean?
Most homes in Olean 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 Olean: Rochester Gas & Electric Corp. (23.68¢).
What is the average electric bill in Olean?
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 Olean, NY?
2 utilities serve Olean's ZIP codes: Niagara Mohawk Power Corp., Rochester Gas & Electric Corp.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Olean?
In 2025, customers in Cattaraugus County averaged 5 hr 42 min without power. Outages hit 65 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-11-06, when 2,737 customers (11%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.