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 2021-2022
| Household Size | Maximum Gross Monthly Income | Maximum Gross Annual Income |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $2,729 | $32,748 |
| 2 | $3,569 | $42,828 |
| 3 | $4,409 | $52,908 |
| 4 | $5,249 | $62,988 |
| 5 | $6,088 | $73,056 |
| 6 | $6,928 | $83,136 |
| 7 | $7,086 | $85,032 |
| 8 | $7,243 | $86,916 |
| 9 | $7,975 | $95,700 |
| 10 | $8,712 | $104,540 |
The current income guidelines for EmPower New York are set at 60% of the state median income.