Electricity rates in Peru, NY
Peru (1,591 people, Clinton 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 Peru
| 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 Clinton County right now
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Outage history in Clinton County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 155 | 76 |
| Days with outages | 43 | 33 |
| Most customers out at once | 3,286 (7.3%) | 4,947 (11%) |
| Worst day | 2024-01-30 | 2025-02-05 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (155 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Keeseville 25.0¢
- Plattsburgh West 25.0¢
- Morrisonville 22.8¢
- Plattsburgh 25.0¢
- Cumberland Head 25.0¢
- Dannemora 25.0¢
- Champlain 25.0¢
- Rouses Point 25.0¢
- Lake Placid 22.8¢
- North Elba 22.8¢
ZIP codes: 12972
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Peru?
Most homes in Peru 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 Peru: New York State Electric & Gas Corp. (25.00¢).
What is the average electric bill in Peru?
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 Peru, NY?
2 utilities serve Peru'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 Peru?
In 2025, customers in Clinton County averaged 76 min without power. Outages hit 33 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-02-05, when 4,947 customers (11%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.