What is the average electricity rate in New York?

As of June 2026, the average residential electricity rate in New York is 29.49¢ per kWh — about 52% above the US average of 19.42¢ per kWh.

What is a typical electric bill in New York?

At 900 kWh per month, the estimated bill in New York is about $265.41. Your actual bill depends on home size, season, and usage.

New York ranks #5 of 51 (1 = most expensive). 46 states have cheaper average residential electricity.

Energy · Official EIA Data · June 2026

Average rate

29.49¢/kWh

Est. monthly bill*

$265.41

Rank (1 = priciest)

#5/51

New York electricity is about 52% above the US average (19.42¢/kWh). *Estimated bill at 900 kWh/month.

What is the average electricity rate in New York?: As of June 2026, the average residential electricity rate in New York is 29.49¢ per kWh — about 52% above the US average of 19.42¢ per kWh.
What is a typical electric bill in New York?: At 900 kWh per month, the estimated bill in New York is about $265.41. Your actual bill depends on home size, season, and usage.
How does New York rank for electricity prices?: New York ranks #5 of 51 (1 = most expensive). 46 states have cheaper average residential electricity.

Data source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) — Form EIA-861/826, residential average price. See all states ranked or our methodology.

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