Electricity Affordability Crisis NSW 2026

    Data-driven analysis of electricity costs as a percentage of household income across NSW regions.

    Published by EnergyPlans. Data sourced from AER, ESC, and AEMO. Updated April 2026.

    Average annual bill

    $1,450

    Based on 4,200 kWh/yr

    Average usage rate

    28.5c/kWh

    Avg across market offers

    Daily supply charge

    $1.05/day

    Fixed network charge

    Annual price change

    +4.2%

    Year on year, 2026

    New South Wales electricity price trends

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    YearAvg annual billChange
    2022$1,320
    2023$1,365+3.4%
    2024$1,390+1.8%
    2025$1,410+1.4%
    2026Current$1,450+2.8%

    Based on typical household usage of 4,200 kWh/yr. Source: AER Default Market Offer, ESC Victorian Default Offer, retailer BPIDs. Last updated April 2026.

    The cheapest electricity provider in New South Wales is currently Red Energy based on EnergyPlans market offer data. View full New South Wales price data →