Utility rates in Lake Placid vs. US average
Typical monthly utility bills in Lake Placid
Figures from U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates, reflecting households that pay utilities separately from rent. In dense urban areas where heat or hot water is often included in rent, these numbers represent the subset of residents who pay directly.
How Lake Placid heats its homes
4% natural gas · 77% electricity · 19% other fuels
Electric rates in Lake Placid
Residential rates range from 15.5¢ to 17.0¢ per kWh.
Providers include New York State Elec & Gas Corp, Niagara Mohawk Power Corp..
Note: New York has a competitive electricity market — you may be able to choose your supplier.
Internet providers in Lake Placid
Lake Placid has strong broadband coverage.
Availability varies by address. Based on FCC Broadband Data Collection filings.
Electric 2 providers
Water 33 providers
Sewer 1 provider
Internet 7 providers
ZIP codes in Lake Placid, NY
Disclaimer: Provider information is sourced from federal databases including HIFLD, EPA SDWIS, FCC Broadband Data, and EIA-861. Utility cost estimates are from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Local electric rates are based on 2023 NREL Utility Rate Database data; state and US averages are from EIA Form 861 (2024). Coverage areas are approximate and may not reflect recent changes. Please verify directly with your provider.
Data sources: U.S. Census Bureau, NREL, EIA-861, HIFLD, EPA, FCC. Last updated: May 2026.