What is the average electricity rate in Peru, New York?

The average residential electricity rate in Peru is approximately 30.83¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $138 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Peru?

Natural gas customers in Peru pay an average of $101 per month. The rate is approximately $1.65/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Peru, New York?

Electricity in Peru 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 Peru?

Peru 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 Peru electricity rates compare to New York averages?

Peru's electricity rate of 30.83¢/kWh is above the New York state average of 29.93¢/kWh. Urban areas often have higher distribution costs.

How do I start or stop utility service in Peru?

To start electric service in Peru, 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.

Peru, New York Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

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Electricity Rate

30.83¢/kWh

0.90¢ above the New York average

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Natural Gas Rate

$1.65/therm

per therm

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Avg Electric Bill

$138

per month

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Avg Gas Bill

$101

per month

Gas & Electricity in Peru, New York

Peru, New York is served by Con Edison for electricity and Con Edison for natural gas. Rates in Peru are comparable to the New York state average of 29.93¢/kWh, and residents can access all state-level energy assistance programs.

Compared to the New York state average of 29.93¢/kWh/kWh, Peru's electricity rate of 30.83¢/kWh is 0.90¢ above the New York average. As New York is a deregulated market, Peru residents can shop for competitive electricity suppliers to potentially reduce their supply rate.

Electric Utility in Peru

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

Natural Gas Utility in Peru

Con Edison
National Grid
KeySpan

Peru vs New York Energy Rates

Metric	Peru	New York Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	30.83¢	29.93¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.65	$1.60	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$138	$134	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$101	$98	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Peru Residents

As a New York city, Peru 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 Peru 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 Peru, New York

The average residential electricity rate in Peru is approximately 30.83¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $138 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Peru pay an average of $101 per month. The rate is approximately $1.65/therm per therm.
Electricity in Peru is distributed by Con Edison and National Grid. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Peru natural gas service is provided by Con Edison and National Grid. Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.
Peru's electricity rate of 30.83¢/kWh is above the New York state average of 29.93¢/kWh. Urban areas often have higher distribution costs.
To start electric service in Peru, 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.