Why New York bills rose this year
New York's average bill rose from $150.08 to $167.67 a month between the 12 months to a year ago and the latest 12 months, +11.7%, because the price per kWh climbed from 25.71¢ to 28.60¢.[eia861m] Usage barely moved; the rate did the work. In August 2026 the average bill was $212.44 against $209.23 nationally.
Low use keeps New York bills from matching its rate. At 586 kWh a month, New York homes rank 5th lowest in the country for usage: apartments are common, most heat comes from gas or oil, and summers are short.[eia861m]
Con Edison average bill vs the rest of the state
Bills differ more between New York utilities than between many states. Con Edison's full-service customers in New York City and Westchester paid 35.66¢ per kWh in 2024 but used just 365 kWh a month, for an average bill of $130.14. Upstate, National Grid (Niagara Mohawk) charged 17.22¢ and averaged $109.74; NYSEG 18.32¢ ($132.40); Rochester Gas & Electric 18.76¢ ($127.28).[eia861] The Long Island Power Authority, whose system PSEG Long Island operates, had the highest average bill of the large providers at $181.50, because Long Island homes use more (739 kWh) at 24.57¢. Central Hudson averaged $167.86.
| Utility | Service | Customers | kWh/mo | ¢/kWh | Bill/mo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Consolidated Edison Co-NY Inc | Full service | 2,715,069 | 365 | 35.66¢ | $130.14 |
| Niagara Mohawk Power Corp. | Full service | 1,430,208 | 637 | 17.22¢ | $109.74 |
| Long Island Power Authority | Full service | 1,029,943 | 739 | 24.57¢ | $181.50 |
| New York State Elec & Gas Corp | Full service | 735,192 | 723 | 18.32¢ | $132.40 |
| Consolidated Edison Co-NY Inc | Delivery only | 348,969 | 419 | 24.61¢ | $103.09 |
| Rochester Gas & Electric Corp | Full service | 294,053 | 678 | 18.76¢ | $127.28 |
| Central Hudson Gas & Elec Corp | Full service | 229,592 | 668 | 25.14¢ | $167.86 |
| Orange & Rockland Utils Inc | Full service | 170,465 | 670 | 23.31¢ | $156.25 |
Energy service companies (ESCOs)
New York lets homes buy supply from an energy service company (ESCO) while the utility keeps delivering it. Few do: 647,461 homes, 8.7% of residential customers, bought from an ESCO in 2024. Their supply averaged 14.36¢ per kWh and delivery about 17.16¢, roughly 31.52¢ all-in, against 23.77¢ for full-service customers of all New York utilities.[eia861] At Con Edison delivery alone averaged 24.61¢ per kWh for ESCO customers, so any supply offer leaves the all-in rate high. We do not list or rank ESCOs; compare an offer with the supply charge on your own bill.
| Provider type | Customers | kWh/mo | ¢/kWh | Bill/mo |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Investor-owned utilities, full service | 5,578,591 | 520 | 24.48¢ | $127.41 |
| State power authorities | 1,029,943 | 739 | 24.57¢ | $181.50 |
| Investor-owned utilities, delivery only | 647,449 | 560 | 17.16¢ | $96.12 |
| Competitive suppliers, supply only (combined) | 638,198 | 567 | 14.36¢ | $81.46 |
| Rooftop solar third-party owners | 79,201 | 561 | 22.09¢ | $124.02 |
| Municipal utilities | 67,014 | 1,030 | 7.73¢ | $79.60 |
Average electric bill in New York per month
The bill peaks with summer air conditioning: $234.23 in July 2026 for 784 kWh, against $126.04 in November 2025 for 476 kWh.[eia861m]
New York U.S. average
| Month | kWh | Bill | ¢/kWh | Year earlier | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| August 2026 | 742 | $212.44 | 28.65¢ | $201.13 | +5.6% |
| July 2026 | 784 | $234.23 | 29.89¢ | $219.09 | +6.9% |
| June 2026 | 574 | $169.22 | 29.49¢ | $147.79 | +14.5% |
| May 2026 | 448 | $133.98 | 29.93¢ | $120.56 | +11.1% |
| April 2026 | 479 | $140.96 | 29.45¢ | $120.02 | +17.4% |
| March 2026 | 544 | $155.24 | 28.55¢ | $138.10 | +12.4% |
| February 2026 | 661 | $197.66 | 29.92¢ | $161.60 | +22.3% |
| January 2026 | 674 | $191.06 | 28.37¢ | $172.10 | +11.0% |
| December 2025 | 611 | $167.68 | 27.43¢ | $145.00 | +15.6% |
| November 2025 | 476 | $126.04 | 26.46¢ | $113.43 | +11.1% |
| October 2025 | 483 | $130.52 | 27.00¢ | $115.65 | +12.9% |
| September 2025 | 559 | $152.41 | 27.28¢ | $146.33 | +4.2% |
Checking a New York bill
A New York bill splits into supply and delivery; delivery is set by the utility's approved rates and does not change if you switch supply. Divide the total by the kWh for your all-in rate and compare it with your utility above. The electricity cost calculator prices any usage at your rate, and the kWh calculator shows what an air conditioner or space heater adds. New York homes that heat with oil can follow weekly prices on heating oil prices; the national comparison is on average electric bill.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average electric bill in New York?
$167.67 a month over Sep 2025–Aug 2026, for 586 kWh at 28.60¢ per kWh (EIA). In August 2026 it was $212.44.
What is the Con Edison average bill?
$130.14 a month in 2024 for full-service customers using 365 kWh at 35.66¢ per kWh (EIA-861).
Why is electricity so expensive in New York?
Mostly delivery: in 2024 Con Edison's delivery charge alone averaged 24.61¢ per kWh, above the U.S. average all-in price of 18.04¢.
Should I switch to an ESCO in New York?
On average ESCO customers paid about 31.52¢ all-in in 2024 vs 23.77¢ for full-service customers. Compare any offer with the supply rate on your bill for the same months.