What is the average electricity rate in St. James, New York?

The average residential electricity rate in St. James is approximately 30.23¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $135 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in St. James?

Natural gas customers in St. James pay an average of $95 per month. The rate is approximately $1.55/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves St. James, New York?

Electricity in St. James 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 St. James?

St. James 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 St. James electricity rates compare to New York averages?

St. James's electricity rate of 30.23¢/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 St. James?

To start electric service in St. James, 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.

St. James, New York Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in St. James, New York

In St. James, 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, St. James's electricity rate of 30.23¢/kWh is 0.30¢ above the New York average. As New York is a deregulated market, St. James residents can shop for competitive electricity suppliers to potentially reduce their supply rate.

Electric Utility in St. James

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

Natural Gas Utility in St. James

Con Edison
National Grid
KeySpan

St. James vs New York Energy Rates

Metric	St. James	New York Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	30.23¢	29.93¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.55	$1.60	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$135	$134	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$95	$98	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for St. James Residents

As a New York city, St. James 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 St. James 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 St. James, New York

The average residential electricity rate in St. James is approximately 30.23¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $135 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in St. James pay an average of $95 per month. The rate is approximately $1.55/therm per therm.
Electricity in St. James is distributed by Con Edison and National Grid. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
St. James natural gas service is provided by Con Edison and National Grid. Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.
St. James's electricity rate of 30.23¢/kWh is above the New York state average of 29.93¢/kWh. Urban areas often have higher distribution costs.
To start electric service in St. James, 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.