Con Edison provides electricity service to Manhattan and the surrounding New York area. The local climate significantly impacts energy costs throughout the year.
12.5¢/kWh
Average residential rate
The average Manhattan residential customer pays approximately 12.5¢ per kilowatt-hour. Your actual rate depends on your specific rate plan, usage tier, and time of use.
| Plan | Base Rate | Peak Hours | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Residential Rate | $0.16/kWh (Oct-May), $0.16/kWh up to 250 kWh, then $0.19/kWh (Jun-Sep) | N/A | Customers with predictable and consistent energy usage throughout the day. |
| Time-of-Use Rate | Peak: 35.23 cents/kWh (Jun-Sep, 8am-midnight), 13.05 cents/kWh (Oct-May, 8am-midnight); Off-Peak: 2.49 cents/kWh | 8 a.m. to Midnight (Peak), 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. weekdays (Super-Peak, Jun-Sep) | Customers who can shift a majority of their energy usage to off-peak hours (midnight to 8 a.m.). |
| Select Pricing Plan | Peak: $25.36/kW (Jun-Sep), $19.50/kW (Oct-May); Off-Peak: $7.48/kW | Noon to 8 p.m. on weekdays | Customers with high but consistent energy usage, such as those with heat pumps, who can avoid major spikes in usage. |
| Budget Billing | N/A (payment plan) | N/A | Customers who want predictable monthly payments by averaging their energy costs over the year. |
Standard Residential Rate: Customers with predictable and consistent energy usage throughout the day.
Time-of-Use Rate: Customers who can shift a majority of their energy usage to off-peak hours (midnight to 8 a.m.).
Select Pricing Plan: Customers with high but consistent energy usage, such as those with heat pumps, who can avoid major spikes in usage.
*Rates shown are approximate and subject to change. Verify current rates at coned.com.*
Manhattan's climate significantly impacts energy costs throughout the year.
| Season | Typical Bill Range | Primary Driver |
|---|---|---|
| Summer (Jun-Aug) | $150-$300 | Air conditioning |
| Winter (Dec-Feb) | $80-$180 | Heating |
| Spring/Fall | $70-$120 | Baseline usage |
*Bill estimates based on average Manhattan household usage of 1,100 kWh/month.*
Con Edison rates in Manhattan have changed over the past several years:
Recent rate adjustments have been approved by the state utility commission.
Con Edison serves Manhattan and surrounding areas in New York.
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