Residential electricity prices in 14744 in August 2026 averaged approximately 28.65 cents per kilowatthour (¢/kWh), which was about 58% more than the national average rate of 18.16 ¢/kWh (August 2026). [1]
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See how electricity costs in 14744 differ from the average electricity costs for the U.S. overall. [1]
On a year-over-year basis - from July 2025 to July 2026 - residential electricity prices in 14744 increased approximately 14%, from 26.18 ¢/kWh to 29.89 ¢/kWh. [1]
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Residential natural gas prices in 14744 in August 2026 averaged 28.04 dollars per thousand cubic feet ($/Mcf), which was approximately 4% more than the national average rate of 27.05 $/Mcf (August 2026). [2]
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See the chart below to see a comparison of Houghton natural gas prices against U.S. average prices. Compare 14744 (Houghton, NY) natural gas costs to overall U.S. average costs. [2]
On a year-over-year basis, residential natural gas prices in Houghton (New York) increased approximately 7%, from 28.83 $/Mcf (July 2025) to 30.86 $/Mcf (July 2026). [2]
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See the chart below for a comparison of Houghton solar radiation levels against other areas in the U.S. Compare Houghton levels against both 1) low average solar radition levels (WA) and also 2) high average solar radiation levels (NV). [3]
→ k/m/d: kilowatt hours per square meter per day.
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The ZIP code 14744 is associated with the city of Houghton, NY in Allegany County. [4]
To learn more about utility rates & usage in 14744, 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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