Electric Pricing and Rates
Your electric bill is composed of
Supply Charges
We make no profit from this.
What you pay for the energy you use. We buy energy on your behalf or you can choose an ESCO (Energy Services Company) as your supplier.
Taxes and Surcharges
We make no profit from this.
What you pay in state mandated charges, like state taxes and energy efficiency funding.
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Delivery charges
We are allowed to earn a specified rate of return on these charges.
This helps pay for critical support like fixing damaged lines, customer service, upgraded equipment and more.
Residential electricity supply options
At RG&E, we aim to empower our customers to make informed decisions about their energy supply. Regardless of who you choose to supply your energy, we don't make a profit on the supply charges..
Energy prices change according to the demand, seasonally and daily. That's why months like February and July usually have higher prices as extreme weather increases demand.
RG&E buys on your behalf
This is the default option, unless you choose an Energy Services Company (ESCO). We purchase your electricity for you. As the supply price changes according to the market, you can expect a variable supply rate on your monthly bill.
ESCOs may offer fixed or variable supply prices, different contract terms or additional services. If choosing an ESCO, ensure you understand the terms and possible rate variations before choosing your supplier.
To compare supplier costs, access NYS Power to Choose or Choose your supplier.
Residential electricity service options
The electricity service option you choose will impact the delivery and supply charges on your bill.
Standard service option (SC1)
This is the default residential rate. The supply price per kilowatt-hour (kWh) is updated once a day. We use this data to calculate the monthly supply rate you'll see on your bill.
Time-of-Use (TOU) service option (SC4)
Provides different pricing based on when you use electricity. Prices vary based on season and hours. Off-peak TOU costs can exceed standard residential pricing during more extreme temperatures.
Available to customers who consume at least 1,000kWh monthly.
Understand if Time-of-use rates could be a good choice for you.
| Service Options |
Standard Rate |
Time-of-use |
| About |
Default residential rate. You’ll see one supply price per month on your bill |
Different supply pricing based on when you use electricity |
| Pricing Periods |
The price per kilowatt-hour (kWh) changes once a day. We use this data to calculate the average supply rate you'll see on your monthly bill |
Peak hours: Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. |
| Who May Benefit |
Customers who can shift their electricity use to night times and consume at least 1,000 kWh/month |
Customers who can shift electricity use to off-peak times and consume at least 1,000 kWh/month |
| Additional Information |
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Depending on the market, nighttime rates could be higher than the standard rate |
To view your current rate, please check ‘Electricity service’ on your latest bill (page 3).
To change your current rate, please call us at 800.572.2110, Monday - Friday, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. (excluding holidays).
Tools to assist your decision
To make an informed choice, consider using the following resources
Choose your supplier
If you want to compare supplier costs, access NYS Power to Choose or Choose your supplier.
RG&E prices and charges
View our current and historical supply prices (supply and delivery) and Electric Rates Summary for residential and non-residential customers.
Other useful resources
Help with bill
If you or someone you know is having trouble paying their bill – we are here to help with our programs, payment plans and assistance.
Understand your usage
Understanding your energy use can help put you in control of your monthly bills. Check out our Understand Your Usage page to learn more.
Budget billing
With Budget Billing, avoid seasonal fluctuations and pay a stable monthly amount based on your past year's energy use.
Rebates and programs
Check our residential rebates and programs and our business rebates and programs and learn what we can do together.
Natural gas pricing and rates
Learn more about natural gas pricing and rates.
Tariffs on file with the Public Service Commission (PSC):
Disclaimer: The electronic versions of these tariffs are for informational purposes only. They are an accurate representation, but do not take the place of the official and effective tariff leaves on file with the New York State Public Service Commission (PSC). Users assume responsibility for this information. Tariffs can also be accessed through the Public Service Commission.
- PSC No. 18 (formerly PSC No. 13) - Service for Electric Service Street Lighting
- PSC No. 19 (formerly PSC No. 14) - Schedule for Electric Service
To view tariffs
- To view these files, you need Adobe Acrobat Reader. You can download the latest version for free at this link.
- To help you find the tariff sections you need, we have created a table of contents. Once you have the .pdf file open, click this icon on the right side of the screen. This will open the bookmarks that separate the tariff sections. Then scroll the bookmarks to select the section that interests you.