Electricity rates in Oneonta, NY
Oneonta (13,862 people, Otsego 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 Oneonta
| 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 Otsego County right now
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Outage history in Otsego County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 478 | 249 |
| Days with outages | 66 | 48 |
| Most customers out at once | 3,263 (10.4%) | 3,300 (10.5%) |
| Worst day | 2024-11-22 | 2025-09-04 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (478 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- West End 25.0¢
- Delhi 25.0¢
- Unadilla 25.0¢
- Cooperstown 22.8¢
- Worcester 22.8¢
- Sidney 25.0¢
- Walton 25.0¢
- Stamford 22.8¢
- Bainbridge 25.0¢
- Norwich 25.0¢
ZIP codes: 13820
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Oneonta?
Most homes in Oneonta 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 Oneonta: New York State Electric & Gas Corp. (25.00¢).
What is the average electric bill in Oneonta?
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 Oneonta, NY?
2 utilities serve Oneonta'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 Oneonta?
In 2025, customers in Otsego County averaged 4 hr 9 min without power. Outages hit 48 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-09-04, when 3,300 customers (10.5%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.