⚡ Electricity bill in Buffalo, NY (2027)
Estimated average: $132/month at 23¢/kWh — -4% vs. the U.S. average.
With about 276,807 residents, Buffalo is a large city and the #2 largest city in New York. Households here pay New York's residential rate of 23¢/kWh; the typical bill of $132/month reflects local usage of around 576 kWh. Below you can estimate your own bill by home size and usage, see whether solar pays off in Buffalo, and compare it with other New York cities.
Estimate your bill in Buffalo
Buffalo electric bill estimator
Starts from the Buffalo estimate.
Buffalo electricity FAQ
How much does electricity cost in Buffalo, NY?
Electricity in Buffalo costs about 23¢/kWh, so a typical home using ~576 kWh/month spends around $132 — that's -4% vs. the U.S. average of $137.
Is electricity cheap in Buffalo?
At 23¢/kWh, electricity in Buffalo is close to the U.S. average. The cheapest way to lower it further is efficiency upgrades, off-peak usage, comparing suppliers in deregulated markets, and going solar.
What is the average electric bill in Buffalo, NY?
About $132 per month at 23¢/kWh — -4% vs. the U.S. average of $137.
Why is the bill different in Buffalo?
Buffalo shares New York's electricity price (23¢/kWh); the bill mostly varies with home size and usage. This estimate assumes typical local usage of about 576 kWh per month.
How can I cut my bill in Buffalo?
Efficiency upgrades, off-peak usage where time-of-use applies, comparing suppliers in deregulated markets, and solar all help. Estimate your own usage above.