How RG&E compares with the utilities next door
| Utility | 2024 ¢/kWh | Customers | Δ vs RG&E, ¢/kWh | $/yr difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Village of Fairport | 6.69 | 16,462 | -12.07 | -$1,304 |
| National Grid (Niagara Mohawk) | 17.22 | 1,430,208 | -1.54 | -$166 |
| NYSEG (New York State Electric & Gas) | 18.32 | 735,192 | -0.44 | -$48 |
| Rochester Gas & Electric (RG&E) (this page) | 18.76 | 294,053 | — | — |
3 bundled utilities (≥5,000 customers) share at least one county with RG&E. Positive $/yr = that utility's customers pay more than RG&E customers at the same usage. Territories are fixed by address — these gaps measure cost differences between areas, while the supply portion is separately shoppable in New York (see below).
Where RG&E customers pay more (county benchmark)
| County | Cheapest utility in county | Their ¢/kWh | RG&E premium, $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monroe | Village of Fairport | 6.69 | +$1,304 |
| Allegany | National Grid (Niagara Mohawk) | 17.22 | +$166 |
| Genesee | National Grid (Niagara Mohawk) | 17.22 | +$166 |
| Livingston | National Grid (Niagara Mohawk) | 17.22 | +$166 |
| Ontario | National Grid (Niagara Mohawk) | 17.22 | +$166 |
| Wyoming | National Grid (Niagara Mohawk) | 17.22 | +$166 |
| Wayne | NYSEG (New York State Electric & Gas) | 18.32 | +$48 |
Multiple utilities in one county means adjoining territories, not household choice — you cannot switch wires companies. In New York you can shop the supply portion regardless of county.
Rate trend and size
| Metric | 2023 | 2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average price, ¢/kWh | 16.13 | 18.76 | +16.3% |
| Residential customers | 290,313 | 294,053 | +1.3% |
Ownership: Investor Owned. Including delivery-only/third-party-supply accounts, RG&E serves 351,481 residential customers in NY. Statewide context: New York electricity rates.
Current residential tariff snapshot (URDB)
| Fixed charge | Energy rate, $/kWh | Effective |
|---|---|---|
| $23.99/mo | 0.165 | May 2025 |
Tariff structure (tiers, time-of-use, riders) determines your marginal rate; the EIA-861 average above reflects what customers actually paid all-in. Source: OpenEI URDB.
Supply vs delivery on a RG&E bill
New York has residential electric supply choice: RG&E delivers the power and bills a default supply rate, but you may buy the supply portion from a licensed competitor instead. Compare offers against the price to compare on the state's official shopping site: dps.ny.gov.
Full retail access for electric and gas via ESCOs in all major IOU territories (reset 2019 ESCO order: ESCOs must beat utility rate or be 100% renewable).
Counties served (NY, EIA-861 2024)
Allegany · Genesee · Livingston · Monroe · Ontario · Wayne · Wyoming
Head-to-head comparisons
- National Grid (Niagara Mohawk) vs Rochester Gas & Electric (RG&E)
- NYSEG (New York State Electric & Gas) vs Rochester Gas & Electric (RG&E)
Questions people ask
- Is Rochester Gas & Electric (RG&E) more expensive than other New York utilities?
- Rochester Gas & Electric (RG&E) customers paid an average 18.76 cents/kWh in 2024 — 22% below the New York volume-weighted average of 24.16 cents (EIA-861, bundled residential service).
- Can I switch away from Rochester Gas & Electric (RG&E)?
- You cannot switch the wires company — distribution territory is fixed by address. New York does allow supply choice, so you can buy the supply portion of the bill from a licensed competitor via dps.ny.gov if its offer beats the price to compare.
- How many customers does Rochester Gas & Electric (RG&E) have?
- 294,053 residential customers in New York in 2024 across 7 counties, per its EIA-861 federal filing. Ownership type: investor-owned.