New York Electricity Cost per kWh

Fast answer

New York's state-level electricity cost per kWh is a planning default.

WattNomic uses 29.99 cents per kWh for New York from EIA's residential retail-price table. Real utility supply, delivery, taxes, and fixed fees can differ.

New York: 29.99 cents/kWhRank #6 by state/DC rateSource: EIA February 2026 Reviewed: May 2026

New York bill examples

$195600 kWh month plus a $15 fixed charge
$285900 kWh month plus a $15 fixed charge
$3751,200 kWh month plus a $15 fixed charge

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Replace the state default with the rate and fixed charges from your own utility bill for a better answer.

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Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration, Electric Power Monthly, Table 5.6.A (February 2026). Replace defaults with your utility bill before making a purchase decision.

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Common questions

What is the cost per kwh in New York?

New York's current WattNomic default is 29.99 cents per kWh from EIA's February 2026 table. Monthly bills also depend on usage, fixed fees, taxes, and utility-specific riders.

How do I estimate a New York electric bill by kWh?

Multiply monthly kWh by New York's cents per kWh, divide by 100, then add fixed monthly charges. Replace the state average with your exact utility bill when available.

Is the New York electricity rate the same as my utility rate?

No. The New York page uses a state-level EIA average for screening. Your utility supply, delivery, time-of-use plan, taxes, and fixed fees can be different.

New York electricity cost per kWh