Average Electric Bill in New York, NY
What a typical household in New York pays per month, the kWh rate behind it, and how it compares — with the data basis stated on the page.
A typical household in New York pays about $127.06/month for electricity at roughly 34.24¢/kWh. Basis: Consolidated Edison Co-NY Inc, 2024 annual average (EIA-861).
Bill trend (state level)
Average residential bill in New York over 12 months — the rate environment New York households pay into.
Where this number comes from
No black box: the utility behind the estimate, or the state fallback.
| Data basis | Consolidated Edison Co-NY Inc, 2024 annual average (EIA-861) |
|---|---|
| Utility | Consolidated Edison Co-NY Inc · 3,064,038 residential customers |
| State context | New York: $169.26/mo average bill |
| Population | ≈ 8,804,000 (2020 Census, approx.) |
Your actual bill depends on home size, heating/cooling, and usage — the averages here are the benchmark, not your invoice.
Common questions
What is the average electric bill in New York?
Expect roughly $127.06 per month for a typical household in New York — based on Consolidated Edison Co-NY Inc annual data (2024), so your bill varies with home size, weather, and usage.
How much is electricity per kWh in New York?
About 34.24¢ per kWh (Consolidated Edison Co-NY Inc, 2024 annual). Ratepayers in New York pay the utility rate; check your bill for the exact per-kWh breakdown of supply and delivery.
Are bills in New York higher or lower than the New York average?
Consolidated Edison Co-NY Inc averages $127.06 — below the state average of $169.26.
Sources: EIA-861 2024 (Consolidated Edison Co-NY Inc) · EIA residential retail-sales series (New York) · Census 2020 population. See methodology.