Residential electricity prices in 12196 in June 2026 averaged approximately 29.49 cents per kilowatthour (¢/kWh), which was about 61% more than the national average rate of 18.34 ¢/kWh (June 2026). [1]
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See how electricity costs in 12196 differ from the average electricity costs for the U.S. overall. [1]
On a year-over-year basis - from May 2025 to May 2026 - residential electricity prices in 12196 increased approximately 12%, from 26.69 ¢/kWh to 29.93 ¢/kWh. [1]
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See the chart below to see a comparison of West Sand Lake natural gas prices against U.S. average prices. Compare 12196 (West Sand Lake, NY) natural gas costs to overall U.S. average costs. [2]
On a year-over-year basis, residential natural gas prices in West Sand Lake (New York) increased approximately n/a%, from $/Mcf ( ) to $/Mcf ( ). [2]
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See the chart below for a comparison of West Sand Lake solar radiation levels against other areas in the U.S. Compare West Sand Lake levels against both 1) low average solar radition levels (WA) and also 2) high average solar radiation levels (NV). [3]
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The ZIP code 12196 is associated with the city of West Sand Lake, NY in Rensselaer County. [4]
To learn more about utility rates & usage in 12196, or for other information related to utilities in New York, visit the U.S. Energy Information Administration.
The first (electricity) power plant - owned by Thomas Edison - opened in New York City in 1882.
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