Electricity rates in Saratoga Springs, NY
Saratoga Springs (27,765 people, Saratoga 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 Saratoga Springs
| 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 Saratoga County right now
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Outage history in Saratoga County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 613 | 308 |
| Days with outages | 87 | 68 |
| Most customers out at once | 14,527 (12.3%) | 18,267 (15.5%) |
| Worst day | 2024-02-29 | 2025-06-22 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (613 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Milton 30.4¢
- North Ballston Spa 22.8¢
- Ballston Spa 22.8¢
- Wilton 22.8¢
- Schuylerville 22.8¢
- Northumberland 22.8¢
- Corinth 22.8¢
- Country Knolls 25.0¢
- Stillwater 22.8¢
- Ballston Lake 22.8¢
ZIP codes: 12866
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Saratoga Springs?
Most homes in Saratoga Springs 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 Saratoga Springs: New York State Electric & Gas Corp. (25.00¢).
What is the average electric bill in Saratoga Springs?
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 Saratoga Springs, NY?
2 utilities serve Saratoga Springs'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 Saratoga Springs?
In 2025, customers in Saratoga County averaged 5 hr 8 min without power. Outages hit 68 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-22, when 18,267 customers (15.5%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.