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
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.
| Plan | Base Rate | Peak Hours | Best 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 Billing | N/A (Equalized monthly payments) | N/A | Customers who want predictable monthly bills and to avoid seasonal price spikes. |
| Optional Demand-Based (Rate IV) | $29.00/month customer charge + demand charges | 12 PM to 8 PM, weekdays (June-September) | Customers with high energy consumption but who can manage their peak demand. |
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.*
The Bronx'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 The Bronx household usage of 1,100 kWh/month.*
Con Edison rates in The Bronx have changed over the past several years:
Recent rate adjustments have been approved by the state utility commission.
Con Edison serves The Bronx and surrounding areas in New York.
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