Central Hudson Bill Pay

You can pay your Central Hudson bill, by card or checking account, over the phone by calling 1-845-452-2700 or 1-800-527-2714 (from a non-845 number).

Bill Pay Phone Number

To pay your electric or gas bill over the phone, you can call the automated service at 1-845-452-2700, or 1-800-527-2714 (if calling from outside the 845 area code). You can also dial 0 to speak with an operator.

Paying your Central Hudson Bill By Credit Card

You can pay by credit card over the phone, or in person at the majority of Central Hudson bill payment locations. Central Hudson accepts Visa, Discover, and Mastercard.

Cash is widely accepted at bill payment locations, but many do not accept checks.

Bill Pay Locations

You can pay your electricity or gas bill in a Central Hudson office, or at a number of designated locations.

Central Hudson Office Locations

Other Bill Payment Locations

Unless otherwise noted, all locations accept bill payment by credit card.

All New York Price Chopper locations accept Central Hudson bill payment. Price Chopper charges $0.75 for processing your bill.

You can also pay at Kmart and Walmart in Central Hudson service territory. These stores only accept cash and debit cards, and will charge a $1.50 fee.

Pay Your Bill by Mail

Include your bill's payment stub with a check made out to Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corporation, and send it to:

Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corporation
284 South Avenue
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601

Paying your Bill Online with a Credit Card

You can pay your bill on Central Hudson's website using Visa, Discover, and Mastercard credit cards. All types of debit card are also accepted. There is a fee for paying your bill online.

Budget Billing & Payment Help

Central Hudson has a budget billing service where consumers pay the same amount for 11 months, based on your historical usage. The 12th month is adjusted for differences in usage throughout the year. You can request this service on Central Hudson's website.

There is also assistance available to customers who are having difficulty affording their monthly bill. You can call Central Hudson or check out their website to find out what type of payment program you may be eligible for.

Direct Pay

If you'd prefer to not have to worry about paying your electricity or gas bill, you can also sign up for Central Hudson's Direct Pay program. Under this program, Central Hudson will automatically deduct your bill from your bank account each month.

How to Save Money on Your Bill

If you're looking to save some money on your Central Hudson bill, we've got a few ideas:

1. Cut your consumption: reducing how much electricity you use per month is the most effective way to lower your energy costs. We've got lots of tips for how to save money on your bills to get you started
2. Shop around for your rate: New York state residents have a choice when it comes to who provides their electricity and natural gas. Check to see if the price you pay for your electricity from Central Hudson can't be beat by one of the many ESCO that operate in New York - call us at phone currently not available for more information
3. Ask for help: there are several programs available to help Central Hudson customers save money on their bills, including a deferred payment agreement or a payment extension. Contact Central Hudson to find out more