Electricity rates in Putnam Lake, NY
Putnam Lake (3,844 people, Putnam County) is served by New York State Electric & Gas Corp.. Homes on New York State Electric & Gas Corp. pay about 25.00¢/kWh, 12% less than the New York average.
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Electric companies serving Putnam Lake
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York State Electric & Gas Corp. | Investor-owned utility | 25.00¢ | $186 | 748K | 302 |
Power outages in Putnam County right now
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Outage history in Putnam County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 450 | 255 |
| Days with outages | 77 | 84 |
| Most customers out at once | 10,082 (21.2%) | 5,575 (11.7%) |
| Worst day | 2024-07-17 | 2025-06-09 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (450 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Brewster Hill 25.0¢
- Brewster 25.0¢
- Lake Carmel 25.0¢
- Peach Lake 25.0¢
- Carmel 25.0¢
- Pawling 25.0¢
- Carmel Hamlet 25.0¢
- Mahopac 25.0¢
- Heritage Hills 25.0¢
- Lincolndale 25.0¢
ZIP codes: 10509, 12563
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Putnam Lake?
Most homes in Putnam Lake get power from New York State Electric & Gas Corp., where residential customers pay an average of 25.00¢/kWh including all charges. The New York average is 28.39¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢.
What is the average electric bill in Putnam Lake?
About $186 a month, based on 744 kWh a month (the average for New York State Electric & Gas Corp. customers) at 25.00¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Putnam Lake, NY?
New York State Electric & Gas Corp. serves Putnam Lake.
How often does the power go out in Putnam Lake?
In 2025, customers in Putnam County averaged 4 hr 15 min without power. Outages hit 84 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-09, when 5,575 customers (11.7%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.