Electricity rates in New York City, NY
New York City (8,804,190 people, New York County) is served by Consolidated Edison Co-NY. Homes on Consolidated Edison Co-NY pay about 38.17¢/kWh, 34% more than the New York average.
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Electric companies serving New York City
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Consolidated Edison Co-NY | Investor-owned utility | 38.17¢ | $142 | 2.78M | 26 |
Power outages in New York County right now
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Outage history in New York County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 5 | 7 |
| Days with outages | 0 | 0 |
| Most customers out at once | 955 (0.1%) | 939 (0.1%) |
| Worst day | 2024-07-17 | 2025-12-15 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (5 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Manhattan 38.2¢
- Brooklyn 38.2¢
- Queens 38.2¢
- The Bronx 38.2¢
- Staten Island 38.2¢
- East Atlantic Beach 27.8¢
- Bellerose Terrace 38.2¢
- Great Neck Estates 27.8¢
- Inwood 38.2¢
- Bellerose 38.2¢
ZIP codes: 10004, 10008, 10043
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in New York City?
Most homes in New York City get power from Consolidated Edison Co-NY, where residential customers pay an average of 38.17¢/kWh including all charges. The New York average is 28.39¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢.
What is the average electric bill in New York City?
About $142 a month, based on 373 kWh a month (the average for Consolidated Edison Co-NY customers) at 38.17¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in New York City, NY?
Consolidated Edison Co-NY serves New York City.
How often does the power go out in New York City?
In 2025, customers in New York County averaged 7 min without power. Outages hit 0 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-12-15, when 939 customers (0.1%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.