What is the average electric bill in New York City?

The average monthly electricity bill in New York City, New York is approximately $106 as of Q1 2026. This estimate is based on EIA residential electricity data for the region.

What are total monthly utility costs in New York City?

The estimated total monthly utility cost in New York City is $284, which includes electricity ($106), natural gas ($72), water and sewer ($41), internet ($65), and trash collection ($0).

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Average utility bills in New York City, NY

Estimated monthly costs for a typical household · Q1 2026

Total monthly utilities

$284

National avg: $277/mo · $7 above average

Trash pickup included in city taxes

Monthly bill breakdown

Electricity

Varies most by climate zone and home size.

$106/mo

+4% vs national avg ($102/mo)

Natural Gas

Higher in cold-climate cities, near zero in the South.

$72/mo

+26% vs national avg ($57/mo)

Water & Sewer

Rates set by local municipality.

$41/mo

+3% vs national avg ($40/mo)

Internet

Assumes 100 Mbps+ broadband plan.

$65/mo

+14% vs national avg ($57/mo)

Trash & Recycling

Some cities bundle this into property taxes.

Included

Estimates based on EIA residential data, BLS Consumer Expenditure Survey, and ISP market surveys. Actual bills vary by home size (data assumes 1,800 sq ft), usage habits, and provider.

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