Electricity rates in Schenectady, NY
Schenectady (65,305 people, Schenectady 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 Schenectady
| 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 Schenectady County right now
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Outage history in Schenectady County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 338 | 220 |
| Days with outages | 53 | 58 |
| Most customers out at once | 10,257 (13%) | 7,810 (9.9%) |
| Worst day | 2024-03-24 | 2025-10-04 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (338 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Scotia 22.8¢
- Niskayuna 22.8¢
- Rotterdam 22.8¢
- East Glenville 22.8¢
- Ballston Lake 22.8¢
- Colonie 22.8¢
- Altamont 22.8¢
- Westmere 22.8¢
- Clifton Park 22.8¢
- Country Knolls 25.0¢
ZIP codes: 12301, 12302, 12303, 12304, 12305, 12306, 12307, 12308, 12309, 12325, 12345
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Schenectady?
Most homes in Schenectady 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 Schenectady?
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 Schenectady, NY?
Niagara Mohawk Power Corp. serves Schenectady.
How often does the power go out in Schenectady?
In 2025, customers in Schenectady County averaged 3 hr 40 min without power. Outages hit 58 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-10-04, when 7,810 customers (9.9%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.