Electricity rates in Queens, NY
Queens (2,316,841 people, Queens 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 Queens
| 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 Queens County right now
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Outage history in Queens County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 35 | 58 |
| Days with outages | 0 | 4 |
| Most customers out at once | 3,831 (0.5%) | 27,985 (3.3%) |
| Worst day | 2024-06-19 | 2025-02-02 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (35 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Inwood 38.2¢
- Brooklyn 38.2¢
- Bellerose Terrace 38.2¢
- South Valley Stream 27.8¢
- Elmont 38.2¢
- Valley Stream 27.8¢
- Bellerose 38.2¢
- North Valley Stream 27.8¢
- Cedarhurst 38.2¢
- Lawrence 38.2¢
ZIP codes: 11416, 11417, 11418
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Queens?
Most homes in Queens 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 Queens?
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 Queens, NY?
Consolidated Edison Co-NY serves Queens.
How often does the power go out in Queens?
In 2025, customers in Queens County averaged 58 min without power. Outages hit 4 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-02-02, when 27,985 customers (3.3%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.