New Jersey average electric bill
New Jersey average electric bill calculator
Fast New Jersey electricity estimates using EIA residential-rate defaults, editable kWh assumptions, and clear links back to the full WattNomic calculators.
New Jersey average-bill searches need usage plus rate.
New Jersey's current WattNomic default is 23.12 cents per kWh. A 900 kWh month plus a $15 fixed charge estimates the bill shown below, but your utility bill is the better source.
New Jersey bill examples
- $154600 kWh month plus a $15 fixed charge
- $223900 kWh month plus a $15 fixed charge
- $2921,200 kWh month plus a $15 fixed charge
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Replace the state default with the rate and fixed charges from your own utility bill for a better answer.
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Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration, Electric Power Monthly, Table 5.6.A (February 2026). Replace defaults with your utility bill before making a purchase decision.
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Common questions
What is the average electric bill in New Jersey?
New Jersey's current WattNomic default is 23.12 cents per kWh from EIA's February 2026 table. Monthly bills also depend on usage, fixed fees, taxes, and utility-specific riders.
How do I estimate a New Jersey electric bill by kWh?
Multiply monthly kWh by New Jersey's cents per kWh, divide by 100, then add fixed monthly charges. Replace the state average with your exact utility bill when available.
Is the New Jersey electricity rate the same as my utility rate?
No. The New Jersey page uses a state-level EIA average for screening. Your utility supply, delivery, time-of-use plan, taxes, and fixed fees can be different.