Electricity rates in South Hempstead, NY
South Hempstead (3,243 people, Nassau County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Long Island Power Authority pay about 27.76¢/kWh, 2% less than the New York average.
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Electric companies serving South Hempstead
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long Island Power Authority | State-owned utility | 27.76¢ | $207 | 1.03M | 68 |
| Village of Freeport | Municipal utility | 14.55¢ | $116 | 13K | 12 |
Power outages in Nassau County right now
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Outage history in Nassau County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 87 | 106 |
| Days with outages | 34 | 35 |
| Most customers out at once | 7,575 (1.8%) | 457,901 (107.1%) |
| Worst day | 2024-06-27 | 2025-02-02 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (87 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Roosevelt 27.8¢
- Baldwin 27.8¢
- Hempstead 27.8¢
- Uniondale 27.8¢
- Rockville Centre 27.8¢
- Freeport 27.8¢
- West Hempstead 27.8¢
- North Merrick 27.8¢
- Baldwin Harbor 27.8¢
- Malverne 27.8¢
ZIP codes: 11550, 11551, 11575
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in South Hempstead?
Most homes in South Hempstead get power from Long Island Power Authority, where residential customers pay an average of 27.76¢/kWh including all charges. The New York average is 28.39¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of South Hempstead: Village of Freeport (14.55¢).
What is the average electric bill in South Hempstead?
About $207 a month, based on 744 kWh a month (the average for Long Island Power Authority customers) at 27.76¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in South Hempstead, NY?
2 utilities serve South Hempstead's ZIP codes: Long Island Power Authority, Village of Freeport. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in South Hempstead?
In 2025, customers in Nassau County averaged 106 min without power. Outages hit 35 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-02-02, when 457,901 customers (107.1%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.