Electricity rates in Westmere, NY
Westmere (7,284 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 Westmere
| 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
- McKownville 22.8¢
- Colonie 22.8¢
- Roessleville 22.8¢
- Voorheesville 22.8¢
- West Albany 22.8¢
- Delmar 22.8¢
- Albany 22.8¢
- Latham 22.8¢
- Rensselaer 22.8¢
- Menands 22.8¢
ZIP codes: 12084, 12159, 12203
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Westmere?
Most homes in Westmere 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 Westmere?
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 Westmere, NY?
Niagara Mohawk Power Corp. serves Westmere.
How often does the power go out in Westmere?
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.