Electricity rates in Tupper Lake, NY
Tupper Lake (3,577 people, Franklin 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 Tupper Lake
| 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 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
- Saranac Lake 22.8¢
- Lake Placid 22.8¢
- North Elba 22.8¢
- Hannawa Falls 22.8¢
- Potsdam 22.8¢
- Canton 22.8¢
- Malone 22.8¢
- Norwood 22.8¢
- Norfolk 22.8¢
- Mineville 22.8¢
ZIP codes: 12986
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Tupper Lake?
Most homes in Tupper 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¢. Other utilities serving parts of Tupper Lake: New York State Electric & Gas Corp. (25.00¢).
What is the average electric bill in Tupper 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 Tupper Lake, NY?
2 utilities serve Tupper Lake'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 Tupper 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.