Electricity Cost in New Jersey (July 2026)
Electricity in New Jersey costs 25.19 cents per kWh on average for homes in July 2026 – 38% above the US average of 18.31¢. That is the 42nd cheapest of 51 states and DC. A home using 900 kWh pays about $226.71 a month in energy charges.
Source: EIA Electric Power Monthly, July 2026, released September 24, 2026. Dollar figures below are computed from this rate.
Monthly electric bill in New Jersey by usage
| Monthly usage | New Jersey bill | At US average | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 500 kWh | $125.95 | $91.55 | +$34.40 |
| 900 kWh | $226.71 | $164.79 | +$61.92 |
| 1,200 kWh | $302.28 | $219.72 | +$82.56 |
| 1,500 kWh | $377.85 | $274.65 | +$103.20 |
Energy charge only: kWh × 25.19¢. Fixed fees and taxes are not included.
In 2024 the average New Jersey household used 662 kWh a month (below the US average of 863) and paid $128.13, which included fees (19.34¢ per kWh over that year). At the July 2026 rate, that same usage would run about $166.76.
What appliances cost to run in New Jersey
| Appliance | Watts | Use | Per month | vs US average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Space heater | 1,500 | 6 h/day | $68.97 | +$18.84 |
| Window AC | 900 | 8 h/day | $55.17 | +$15.07 |
| Portable AC | 1,200 | 8 h/day | $73.56 | +$20.09 |
| Central AC | 3,500 | 8 h/day | $214.56 | +$58.60 |
| Refrigerator | 150 | 8 h/day | $9.20 | +$2.51 |
| Chest freezer | 100 | 8 h/day | $6.13 | +$1.67 |
| Dehumidifier | 500 | 6 h/day | $22.99 | +$6.28 |
| Electric water heater | 4,500 | 3 h/day | $103.45 | +$28.25 |
| Clothes dryer | 3,000 | 1 h/day | $22.99 | +$6.28 |
| Dishwasher | 1,200 | 1 h/day | $9.20 | +$2.51 |
| Washing machine | 400 | 1 h/day | $3.07 | +$0.84 |
| Electric oven | 2,400 | 1 h/day | $18.39 | +$5.02 |
| Gaming PC | 400 | 4 h/day | $12.26 | +$3.35 |
| TV | 100 | 5 h/day | $3.83 | +$1.05 |
| Ceiling fan | 60 | 8 h/day | $3.68 | +$1.00 |
| Hot tub | 1,500 | 4 h/day | $45.98 | +$12.56 |
| Pool pump | 1,500 | 8 h/day | $91.95 | +$25.11 |
| EV Level 2 charger | 7,200 | 2 h/day | $110.34 | +$30.14 |
| Electric blanket | 100 | 8 h/day | $6.13 | +$1.67 |
| Mini split | 1,000 | 8 h/day | $61.30 | +$16.74 |
Typical wattage and daily hours from our appliance pages; month = 30.42 days; rate 25.19¢/kWh.
In New Jersey, one electric dryer costs about $22.99 a month and a space heater used 6 hours a day about $68.97. Every kWh you save is worth 25.19 cents here, so efficiency upgrades pay back faster than the national norm.
Has the price changed in New Jersey?
The residential rate moved from 25.32¢ in July 2025 to 25.19¢ in July 2026: −0.13¢ per kWh (−0.5%). Nationally the change was +0.86¢ (+4.9%). For a 900 kWh month that is a saving of $1.17 compared with a year earlier.
Compare with other states
- Vermont: 23.75¢/kWh (1.44¢ cheaper)
- Connecticut: 24.16¢/kWh (1.03¢ cheaper)
- District of Columbia: 25.21¢/kWh (0.02¢ pricier)
- New Hampshire: 26.60¢/kWh (1.41¢ pricier)
- Cheapest in the US: Louisiana at 12.72¢/kWh – 900 kWh would cost $114.48 instead of $226.71.
New Jersey is in the Middle Atlantic region. Cheaper in the region: Pennsylvania. All: Pennsylvania (21.72¢), New York (29.90¢).
Ways to cut your bill in New Jersey
- Run your own numbers in the electricity cost calculator.
- Compare heating options at 25.19¢/kWh with the heat pump vs furnace calculator.
- See what it costs to charge an electric car in New Jersey.
- Estimate savings from solar panels: each kWh produced offsets 25.19 cents.
Frequently asked questions
How much is electricity per kWh in New Jersey?
The average residential rate in New Jersey was 25.19 cents per kWh in July 2026. That is 38% above the US average of 18.31 cents, and ranks New Jersey 42nd cheapest of 51 (50 states plus DC).
What is the average electric bill in New Jersey?
In 2024, the average New Jersey home used 662 kWh a month and paid $128.13, versus $142.26 nationally. At today's 25.19¢ rate, the same 662 kWh would cost about $166.76 in energy charges.
Is electricity getting more expensive in New Jersey?
No. The residential price was 25.19¢ in July 2026 compared with 25.32¢ in July 2025, a change of −0.13¢ (−0.5%). The US average moved +0.86¢ over the same period.
How much does a 1,000 kWh month cost in New Jersey?
About $251.90 in energy charges at 25.19¢/kWh, compared with $183.10 at the US average. Fixed customer charges and taxes on your utility bill come on top.
Sources: EIA Electric Power Monthly Table 5.6.A (July 2026); EIA Electric Sales, Revenue, and Average Price (2024).