NSW Electricity Prices Per kWh: June 2026 Report

    As of June 2026, the average NSW residential electricity usage rate is approximately 28.5c per kWh, with a daily supply charge of around 105c per day. Rates vary by network distributor (Ausgrid, Endeavour Energy, Essential Energy). From 1 July 2026, the AER’s DMO 8 reset applies and these figures will be updated to reflect it. Updated monthly.

    Published by EnergyPlans. Data sourced from AER, ESC, and AEMO. Last updated: 28 June 2026.

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    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 June 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 →

    Frequently asked questions

    What is the average electricity price per kWh in NSW?
    As of June 2026 the average NSW residential usage rate is about 28.5c/kWh, plus a daily supply charge of around 105c/day. Rates vary by distributor (Ausgrid, Endeavour Energy, Essential Energy). The AER's DMO 8 reset takes effect 1 July 2026, after which these figures will be updated.
    What is the cheapest electricity in NSW in 2026?
    The cheapest tracked NSW plans as of June 2026 are listed in our report, drawn from EnergyPlans internal comparison dataset. The lowest effective rates sit around 22.5c/kWh.
    How much is the average electricity bill in NSW?
    Based on typical NSW usage, the average quarterly bill is approximately $363, depending on distributor and household size.

    How we calculate these estimates

    Data in this guide is sourced from publicly available regulatory and industry datasets.

    Estimated costs can vary by usage, tariff type, retailer, distributor, and address. Both supply charges (the daily fixed cost of being connected) and usage rates (c/kWh) affect your total bill. Solar feed-in tariffs vary by retailer and plan. Always review plan details, fees, and conditions before switching.

    Data sources

    • AER Default Market Offer (DMO) reference pricing
    • ESC Victorian Default Offer (VDO) benchmarks
    • Distributor zone boundary data
    • Published retailer plan information

    These are indicative estimates only. Your actual bill depends on your specific plan, usage patterns, and applicable discounts. Read our full methodology.

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    Updated June 2026

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