ZIP code 00501 is located in New York. The average residential electricity rate here is 17.4¢/kWh.
Utility rates in ZIP 00501 vs. US average
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Frequently asked questions
How do I set up utilities when moving to 00501?
Contact each provider separately before your move-in date. Start with electric (Fishers Island Utility Co Inc) since those typically need a few business days to activate. Water and sewer are often handled with one call to your local utility. Set up internet last since it may require an installation visit.
How do utility rates in 00501 compare to the national average?
Residential electricity in ZIP code 00501 averages 17.4¢/kWh — close to the US average of 16.5¢/kWh. Natural gas in New York averages $16.58/Mcf, about 14% above the national average. Actual monthly bills vary by home size, insulation, and season. Local rates from NREL; state and US averages from EIA Form 861 (2024); natural gas prices from EIA Form 176 (2024).
Is electricity expensive in 00501?
Electricity costs in ZIP code 00501 are close to the national average. Compared to New York overall, rates here are about 29% lower. Local rates from NREL (2023); state and US averages from EIA (2024).
Disclaimer: Provider information is sourced from federal databases including HIFLD, EPA SDWIS, FCC Broadband Data, and EIA-861. Utility cost estimates are from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Local electric rates are based on 2023 NREL Utility Rate Database data; state and US averages are from EIA Form 861 (2024). Coverage areas are approximate and may not reflect recent changes. Please verify directly with your provider.
Data sources: U.S. Census Bureau, NREL, EIA-861, HIFLD, EPA, FCC. Last updated: May 2026.