EmPower New York Eligibility Guidelines
Homeowners and renters must meet income requirements to qualify for EmPower New York. You may be eligible if you can answer “yes” to these statements:
- I live in a home or building with 100 units or fewer
- I am an electricity customer of Central Hudson, Con Edison, National Grid, NYSEG, Orange and Rockland, Rochester Gas & Electric and pay SBC or I heat with oil, propane, or kerosene.
- My household income is below 60 percent of the state median income (same eligibility as regular HEAP benefits; see the chart below to see if your income fits EmPower New York Guidelines)
OR
I am located in a geographically eligible territory
OR
I participate in a utility payment assistance program
EmPower New York Income Eligibility Guidelines 2022-2023
| Household Size | Maximum Gross Monthly Income | Maximum Gross Annual Income |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $2,852 | $34,224 |
| 2 | $3,730 | $44,760 |
| 3 | $4,608 | $55,296 |
| 4 | $5,485 | $65,820 |
| 5 | $6,363 | $76,356 |
| 6 | $7,241 | $86,892 |
| 7 | $7,405 | $88,860 |
| 8 | $7,570 | $90,840 |
| 9 | $7,734 | $92,808 |
| 10 | $7,899 | $94,788 |
The current income guidelines for EmPower New York are set at 60% of the state median income.