Electricity rates in West Elmira, NY
West Elmira (4,967 people, Chemung 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 West Elmira
| 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 Chemung County right now
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Outage history in Chemung County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 743 | 268 |
| Days with outages | 60 | 44 |
| Most customers out at once | 15,596 (34.2%) | 6,983 (15.3%) |
| Worst day | 2024-07-16 | 2025-03-16 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (743 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Elmira 25.0¢
- Southport 25.0¢
- Elmira Heights 25.0¢
- Big Flats 25.0¢
- Horseheads 25.0¢
- Big Flats Airport 25.0¢
- Horseheads North 25.0¢
- South Corning 25.0¢
- Corning 25.0¢
- Painted Post 25.0¢
ZIP codes: 14901, 14904, 14905
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in West Elmira?
Most homes in West Elmira 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 West Elmira?
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 West Elmira, NY?
New York State Electric & Gas Corp. serves West Elmira.
How often does the power go out in West Elmira?
In 2025, customers in Chemung County averaged 4 hr 28 min without power. Outages hit 44 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-03-16, when 6,983 customers (15.3%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.