Electricity in New York

The average price of electricity in New York is 17.64¢ per kWh. There are 9 utility companies in New York and 3 electricity companies offering electricity plans. Whether you are looking for the most affordable option or a fully renewable electricity plan, you’ll find all the information you need on this page. Keep reading to learn more about electricity in New York and see the electricity plans available to you.

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Electricity Sources in New York

41%

Natural Gas

23%

Nuclear

22%

Hydroelectric

6%

Petroleum

5%

Wind

3%

Solar

Energy Consumption

$103.22

Average monthly residential electricity bill

17.64¢/kWh

Average residential electricity rate

572 kWh/mo

Average residential electricity consumption

Con Edison Electricity Plans

Rates are based on an estimated usage of 1,150 kWh per month.Update usage.

ProviderPlanRate Per kWhPlan Length
Polaris Power

Choice 12 New York

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19.3¢12 monthsChoose Plan

National Grid Electricity Plans

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ProviderPlanRate Per kWhPlan Length
Polaris Power

Choice 12 New York

cheapestcheapest 12 months
17¢12 monthsChoose Plan

New York State Electric and Gas Electricity Plans

Rates are based on an estimated usage of 1,150 kWh per month.Update usage.

ProviderPlanRate Per kWhPlan Length
Polaris Power

Choice 12 New York

cheapestcheapest 12 months
15.82¢12 monthsChoose Plan

Orange and Rockland Electricity Plans

The price to compare for Orange and Rockland is 8.87¢. Rates are based on an estimated usage of 1,150 kWh per month.Update usage.

ProviderPlanRate Per kWhPlan Length
Polaris Power

Choice 12 New York

cheapestcheapest 12 months
18¢12 monthsChoose Plan

Types of Electricity Plans in New York

Fixed-Term Plan

Fixed-term plans provide price protection for the duration of the contract. While this is not the same as a fixed rate and your rate could vary with your usage in accordance with the Electricity Facts Label, your rate typically won’t change for at least three billing cycles or the term of the contract.

Variable-Term Plan

With variable-term plans, the rate you pay fluctuates with the market and you’re charged a different amount from month to month. The benefit to this type of plan is they often lack contracts, and if the market price goes down, so will your bill.

Renewable Plans

Renewable energy plans are a cleaner option to help you reduce your carbon footprint. Most renewable energy providers have fixed-term plans available, so you can put your wallet and the planet at ease.

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Electricity Utilities in New York

There are 9 electricity utilities that serve New York. The electricity rates and plans available to you depend on which utility company delivers electricity to your address.

Electricity Providers in New York

There are a variety of electricity plans available to residents of New York. The following companies provide electricity plans in the state:

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The Deregulation of New York’s Power Grid

In 1996, the New York State Public Service Commission approved plans giving New Yorkers the ability to choose their electricity and gas supplier, hoping to drive competition and reduce prices throughout the state.

To get the market going in the beginning, New York exempted customers from sales taxes when purchasing from an Energy Service Company (ESCO). Ever since, over 2 million residents have taken charge of their electricity switching to an ESCO. The ESCO market is thriving, with around 200 companies providing electricity and gas in New York.

Renewable Power in New York

As of 2017, 28% of New York’s electricity generation came from renewable energy sources. Did you know New York’s primary renewable energy source is hydroelectricity? In fact, New York is the fourth-largest producer of hydroelectricity among all 50 states.

New York's Clean Energy Standard is the state's most comprehensive and ambitious clean energy goal, requiring that renewable resources generate half of the state’s electricity by 2030.

A lot of WattBuy’s suppliers use renewable energy sources to generate their energy. You can check if any renewable energy sources are available in your area by inputting your zip code at the top of this page!

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Cities in New York

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