Electricity Cost in New Jersey
The average residential electricity rate in New Jersey is 25.19¢ per kWh. At 900 kWh/month, that works out to about $227 per month or $2721 per year.
Rates from EIA data · 900 kWh standard usage benchmark
Average rate
25.19 ¢/kWh
Est. monthly (900 kWh)
$226.71
Est. annual (10,800 kWh)
$2720.52
vs national (monthly)
+$61.92
National avg: 18.31¢/kWh
How New Jersey Compares
State rate
25.19 ¢/kWh
National average
18.31 ¢/kWh
Difference
+37.6%
Category
much higher than national average
Key Insights
- Electricity in New Jersey costs 38% more than the national average.
- New Jersey ranks #10 among U.S. states for electricity prices.
- Electricity in New Jersey is among the top 10 most expensive in the U.S.
- New Jersey appears stable based on recent electricity price changes.
More Data & Comparisons
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the average electricity cost in New Jersey?
- The average residential electricity rate in New Jersey is 25.19 cents per kWh. At 900 kWh per month, that translates to an estimated monthly cost of $226.71.
- Is electricity in New Jersey cheaper than the national average?
- Electricity in New Jersey costs about $61.92 more per month than the U.S. national average when using 900 kWh.
- How much does 900 kWh cost in New Jersey?
- At the average rate of 25.19¢/kWh, 900 kWh costs approximately $226.71 per month, or about $2720.52 per year.