Average Electric Bill in Rochester, NY
What a typical household in Rochester pays per month, the kWh rate behind it, and how it compares — with the data basis stated on the page.
A typical household in Rochester pays about $119.66/month for electricity at roughly 17.76¢/kWh. Basis: Rochester Gas & Electric Corp, 2024 annual average (EIA-861).
Bill trend (state level)
Average residential bill in New York over 12 months — the rate environment Rochester households pay into.
Where this number comes from
No black box: the utility behind the estimate, or the state fallback.
| Data basis | Rochester Gas & Electric Corp, 2024 annual average (EIA-861) |
|---|---|
| Utility | Rochester Gas & Electric Corp · 351,481 residential customers |
| State context | New York: $169.26/mo average bill |
| Population | ≈ 211,000 (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 Rochester?
Expect roughly $119.66 per month for a typical household in Rochester — based on Rochester Gas & Electric Corp annual data (2024), so your bill varies with home size, weather, and usage.
How much is electricity per kWh in Rochester?
About 17.76¢ per kWh (Rochester Gas & Electric Corp, 2024 annual). Ratepayers in Rochester pay the utility rate; check your bill for the exact per-kWh breakdown of supply and delivery.
Are bills in Rochester higher or lower than the New York average?
Rochester Gas & Electric Corp averages $119.66 — below the state average of $169.26.
Sources: EIA-861 2024 (Rochester Gas & Electric Corp) · EIA residential retail-sales series (New York) · Census 2020 population. See methodology.