Electricity Cost in New York
The average residential electricity rate in New York is 28.37¢ per kWh. At 900 kWh/month, that works out to about $255 per month or $3064 per year.
Rates from EIA data · 900 kWh standard usage benchmark
Average rate
28.37 ¢/kWh
Est. monthly (900 kWh)
$255.33
Est. annual (10,800 kWh)
$3063.96
vs national (monthly)
+$94.59
National avg: 17.86¢/kWh
How New York Compares
State rate
28.37 ¢/kWh
National average
17.86 ¢/kWh
Difference
+58.8%
Category
much higher than national average
Key Insights
- Electricity in New York costs 59% more than the national average.
- New York ranks #6 among U.S. states for electricity prices.
- Electricity in New York is among the top 10 most expensive in the U.S.
- New York shows an accelerating electricity price trend based on recent historical data.
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City electricity costs in New York
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the average electricity cost in New York?
- The average residential electricity rate in New York is 28.37 cents per kWh. At 900 kWh per month, that translates to an estimated monthly cost of $255.33.
- Is electricity in New York cheaper than the national average?
- Electricity in New York costs about $94.59 more per month than the U.S. national average when using 900 kWh.
- How much does 900 kWh cost in New York?
- At the average rate of 28.37¢/kWh, 900 kWh costs approximately $255.33 per month, or about $3063.96 per year.