Electricity rates in Watkins Glen, NY
Watkins Glen (1,859 people, Schuyler County) is served by New York State Electric & Gas Corp.. Homes on New York State Electric & Gas Corp. pay about 25.00¢/kWh, 12% less than the New York average.
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Electric companies serving Watkins Glen
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York State Electric & Gas Corp. | Investor-owned utility | 25.00¢ | $186 | 748K | 302 |
Power outages in Schuyler County right now
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Outage history in Schuyler County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 3,005 | 1,358 |
| Days with outages | 53 | 58 |
| Most customers out at once | 5,189 (106.9%) | 2,167 (44.7%) |
| Worst day | 2024-07-16 | 2025-07-03 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (3,005 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Montour Falls 25.0¢
- Dundee 25.0¢
- Sylvan Beach 22.8¢
- Horseheads North 25.0¢
- Big Flats Airport 25.0¢
- Horseheads 25.0¢
- Trumansburg 25.0¢
- Big Flats 25.0¢
- Elmira Heights 25.0¢
- Northwest Ithaca 25.0¢
ZIP codes: 14891
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Watkins Glen?
Most homes in Watkins Glen get power from New York State Electric & Gas Corp., where residential customers pay an average of 25.00¢/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 Watkins Glen?
About $186 a month, based on 744 kWh a month (the average for New York State Electric & Gas Corp. customers) at 25.00¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Watkins Glen, NY?
New York State Electric & Gas Corp. serves Watkins Glen.
How often does the power go out in Watkins Glen?
In 2025, customers in Schuyler County averaged 22 hr 38 min without power. Outages hit 58 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-07-03, when 2,167 customers (44.7%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.