The Bronx, New York

Con Edison Rates in The Bronx

Con Edison provides electricity service to The Bronx and the surrounding New York area. The local climate significantly impacts energy costs throughout the year.

12.5¢/kWh

Electricity Rates in The Bronx

12.5¢/kWh

Average residential rate

The average The Bronx residential customer pays approximately 12.5¢ per kilowatt-hour. Your actual rate depends on your specific rate plan, usage tier, and time of use.

Con Edison Rate Plans in The Bronx

The Bronx residents can choose from several Con Edison rate plans. Your optimal choice depends on when you use electricity and your household's usage patterns.
PlanBase RatePeak HoursBest For
Standard Residential (Rate I)16.107 cents/kWh (off-peak) and 18.518 cents/kWh (peak)10 AM to 10 PM, Monday through Friday (June-September)Customers with consistent energy usage throughout the day and year.
Voluntary Time-of-Use (Rate III)2.49 cents/kWh (off-peak) and 35.23 cents/kWh (peak)8 AM to midnight, all days (June-September)Customers who can shift their energy usage to off-peak hours, such as nights and weekends.
Budget BillingN/A (Equalized monthly payments)N/ACustomers who want predictable monthly bills and to avoid seasonal price spikes.
Optional Demand-Based (Rate IV)$29.00/month customer charge + demand charges12 PM to 8 PM, weekdays (June-September)Customers with high energy consumption but who can manage their peak demand.

Which plan is right for you?

Standard Residential (Rate I): Customers with consistent energy usage throughout the day and year.

Voluntary Time-of-Use (Rate III): Customers who can shift their energy usage to off-peak hours, such as nights and weekends.

Budget Billing: Customers who want predictable monthly bills and to avoid seasonal price spikes.

*Rates shown are approximate and subject to change. Verify current rates at coned.com.*

What to Expect on Your The Bronx Electric Bill

The Bronx's climate significantly impacts energy costs throughout the year.

Seasonal Patterns

SeasonTypical Bill RangePrimary Driver
Summer (Jun-Aug)$150-$300Air conditioning
Winter (Dec-Feb)$80-$180Heating
Spring/Fall$70-$120Baseline usage

The Bronx-Specific Factors

High Energy Burden: A significant portion of the population (34%) has a high energy burden, meaning they spend more than 6% of their income on energy bills. This is exacerbated by rising utility costs and increasing temperatures.
Aging Infrastructure: Con Edison has the largest underground electrical system in the world, and much of it is aging. The costs of maintaining and upgrading this vast, complex, and old infrastructure are passed on to customers in the form of higher delivery charges.
High Taxes and Capital Investments: Increased property taxes and significant capital investments in the grid to improve reliability and support clean energy initiatives are major drivers of rate hikes. These costs are reflected in the delivery portion of the bill.

*Bill estimates based on average The Bronx household usage of 1,100 kWh/month.*

Energy Tips for The Bronx Residents

Local insights to help manage your Con Edison bill

    Bill Assistance Programs in The Bronx

    If you're struggling to pay your Con Edison bill, these programs may help

    Con Edison Programs

    • Con Edison Energy Affordability Program (EAP): Provides a discount on your monthly energy bill if you receive benefits from an eligible government assistance program. The discount amount varies based on the specific program you are enrolled in.

    The Bronx & County Programs

    • Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP): A federally funded program that helps low-income homeowners and renters heat and cool their homes. Provides a one-time regular benefit and may also offer emergency benefits.
    • HeartShare Energy Assistance Program: HeartShare's Energy Assistance Program helps individuals keep their heat and electricity on while also providing support for basic necessities like food.
    • Utility Assistance Program (UAP) - HRA: Provides one-time assistance to low-income households who are in arrears with their utility bills to avoid shut-offs.

    How to Apply

    1. Contact Con Edison customer service
    2. Gather required documentation (proof of income, ID)
    3. Complete the application form
    4. Submit and wait for approval

    The Bronx Rate History

    Con Edison rates in The Bronx have changed over the past several years:

    Recent Changes

    Recent rate adjustments have been approved by the state utility commission.

    Con Edison Service Area in The Bronx

    Con Edison serves The Bronx and surrounding areas in New York.

    Counties Served:

      Neighborhoods Served:

      YonkersMount VernonNew RochelleWhite PlainsQueens

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