Electricity rates in Saranac Lake, NY
Saranac Lake (5,274 people, Franklin County) is served by Niagara Mohawk Power Corp.. 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 Saranac Lake
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Niagara Mohawk Power Corp. | Investor-owned utility | 22.81¢ | $149 | 1.45M | 242 |
Power outages in Franklin County right now
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Outage history in Franklin County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 240 | 258 |
| Days with outages | 41 | 40 |
| Most customers out at once | 3,646 (15.4%) | 4,125 (17.4%) |
| Worst day | 2024-01-10 | 2025-12-19 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (240 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Lake Placid 22.8¢
- North Elba 22.8¢
- Tupper Lake 22.8¢
- Dannemora 25.0¢
- Keeseville 25.0¢
- Mineville 22.8¢
- Peru 22.8¢
- Malone 22.8¢
- Morrisonville 22.8¢
- Port Henry 22.8¢
ZIP codes: 12983
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Saranac Lake?
Most homes in Saranac Lake 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¢.
What is the average electric bill in Saranac Lake?
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 Saranac Lake, NY?
Niagara Mohawk Power Corp. serves Saranac Lake.
How often does the power go out in Saranac Lake?
In 2025, customers in Franklin County averaged 4 hr 18 min without power. Outages hit 40 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-12-19, when 4,125 customers (17.4%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.