Understanding your Con Edison rate per kWh requires looking at both supply and delivery charges. Unlike utilities in other states, ConEd separates these components, making it harder to calculate your true cost per kilowatt-hour.
Current ConEd Rates (February 2026)
The supply charge for ConEd's default residential rate is approximately 12.5¢ per kWh, though this fluctuates monthly based on wholesale electricity prices. Delivery charges add another 10-12¢ per kWh on average, bringing your total effective rate to approximately 22-25¢ per kWh.
This makes ConEd one of the most expensive utilities in the country—roughly double the national average of 13¢ per kWh. New York's high costs reflect expensive real estate for infrastructure, strict environmental regulations, and the complexity of serving a dense urban environment.
Understanding Delivery Charges
Delivery charges include multiple components: basic service charge (fixed monthly fee), distribution charges (per kWh), transmission charges, and various surcharges. The basic service charge is currently around $16-20 per month regardless of usage.
Because a significant portion of your bill is fixed charges, reducing usage doesn't reduce your bill proportionally. A customer who cuts usage by 50% might only see a 30-35% reduction in their total bill.
Comparing to Alternative Suppliers
Energy Service Companies (ESCOs) can supply your electricity instead of ConEd, but you still pay ConEd's delivery charges. Many ESCOs advertise low introductory rates that increase dramatically after a few months. The NY Attorney General has warned consumers about ESCO pricing practices.
Check Your Rate
Check your bill's supply rate against ConEd's current rate. If you're paying more, you may be on an ESCO plan without realizing it.