Electricity rates in West Albany, NY
West Albany (93,794 people, Albany 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 West Albany
| 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 Albany County right now
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Outage history in Albany County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 660 | 155 |
| Days with outages | 54 | 67 |
| Most customers out at once | 44,632 (24.1%) | 8,451 (4.6%) |
| Worst day | 2024-03-24 | 2025-06-24 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (660 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Roessleville 22.8¢
- Albany 22.8¢
- Menands 22.8¢
- Rensselaer 22.8¢
- McKownville 22.8¢
- Colonie 22.8¢
- Latham 22.8¢
- Westmere 22.8¢
- Hampton Manor 22.8¢
- Delmar 22.8¢
ZIP codes: 12206, 12210, 12211
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in West Albany?
Most homes in West Albany 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 West Albany?
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 West Albany, NY?
Niagara Mohawk Power Corp. serves West Albany.
How often does the power go out in West Albany?
In 2025, customers in Albany County averaged 2 hr 35 min without power. Outages hit 67 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-24, when 8,451 customers (4.6%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.