What is the average electricity rate in Forest Hills (Neighborhood), New York?

The average residential electricity rate in Forest Hills (Neighborhood) is approximately 28.43¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $127 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Forest Hills (Neighborhood)?

Natural gas customers in Forest Hills (Neighborhood) pay an average of $95 per month. The rate is approximately $1.55/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Forest Hills (Neighborhood), New York?

Electricity in Forest Hills (Neighborhood) is distributed by Con Edison and National Grid. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.

Which gas company serves Forest Hills (Neighborhood)?

Forest Hills (Neighborhood) natural gas service is provided by Con Edison and National Grid. Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.

How do Forest Hills (Neighborhood) electricity rates compare to New York averages?

Forest Hills (Neighborhood)'s electricity rate of 28.43¢/kWh is below the New York state average of 29.93¢/kWh. This can reflect a municipal utility or favorable regional generation mix.

How do I start or stop utility service in Forest Hills (Neighborhood)?

To start electric service in Forest Hills (Neighborhood), contact Con Edison and National Grid. For gas service, contact Con Edison and National Grid. You'll typically need a photo ID, your new address, and a move-in date. Service can usually be established within 1-3 business days.

Forest Hills (Neighborhood), New York Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in Forest Hills (Neighborhood), New York

In Forest Hills (Neighborhood), New York, Con Edison handles electricity distribution and Con Edison manages natural gas service. New York residents can shop for competitive electricity suppliers through the state's deregulated market to reduce supply costs.

Compared to the New York state average of 29.93¢/kWh/kWh, Forest Hills (Neighborhood)'s electricity rate of 28.43¢/kWh is 1.50¢ below the New York average. As New York is a deregulated market, Forest Hills (Neighborhood) residents can shop for competitive electricity suppliers to potentially reduce their supply rate.

Electric Utility in Forest Hills (Neighborhood)

Con Edison
National Grid
Central Hudson
Orange & Rockland
NYSEG
Rochester Gas & Electric

Natural Gas Utility in Forest Hills (Neighborhood)

Con Edison
National Grid
KeySpan

Forest Hills (Neighborhood) vs New York Energy Rates

Metric	Forest Hills (Neighborhood)	New York Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	28.43¢	29.93¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.55	$1.60	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$127	$134	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$95	$98	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Forest Hills (Neighborhood) Residents

As a New York city, Forest Hills (Neighborhood) residents can access the following state and local assistance programs:

✅ HEAP (Home Energy Assistance Program)
✅ NY Green Bank
✅ EmPower New York
✅ Weatherization Assistance Program

Energy-Saving Tips for Forest Hills (Neighborhood) Residents

✓ Insulate your attic to at least R-49 to reduce winter heat loss by up to 15%.
✓ Install a programmable thermostat and set it to 68°F while home, 60°F while sleeping or away.
✓ Seal air leaks around windows and doors before the heating season to cut drafts.
✓ Schedule an annual furnace tune-up every fall to maintain peak efficiency.
✓ Use heavy drapes on north-facing windows during winter to reduce cold air infiltration.

FAQ — Gas & Electricity in Forest Hills (Neighborhood), New York

The average residential electricity rate in Forest Hills (Neighborhood) is approximately 28.43¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $127 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Forest Hills (Neighborhood) pay an average of $95 per month. The rate is approximately $1.55/therm per therm.
Electricity in Forest Hills (Neighborhood) is distributed by Con Edison and National Grid. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Forest Hills (Neighborhood) natural gas service is provided by Con Edison and National Grid. Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.
Forest Hills (Neighborhood)'s electricity rate of 28.43¢/kWh is below the New York state average of 29.93¢/kWh. This can reflect a municipal utility or favorable regional generation mix.
To start electric service in Forest Hills (Neighborhood), contact Con Edison and National Grid. For gas service, contact Con Edison and National Grid. You'll typically need a photo ID, your new address, and a move-in date. Service can usually be established within 1-3 business days.