Average Electric Bill in New Jersey (2026)
The average residential electric bill in New Jersey is $128.13 per month (EIA, 2024 annual avg) — 10% below the U.S. average, #33 of 51 states. That reflects an average of 662 kWh used per month at New Jersey's rate of 19.3¢/kWh. See the breakdown by home size and estimate your own bill below.
$128.13
#33 of 51 · EIA, 2024 annual avg
662 kWh
per residential customer
19.3¢/kWh
10% below the U.S. average
Average electric bill in New Jersey by home size
Priced at New Jersey's 19.3¢/kWh rate, with each home size scaled to New Jersey's own average household use of 662 kWh a month rather than the national 863 kWh — climate and heating type move usage as much as the rate does. Still a guide: your actual kWh depends on your home and habits. National figures by home size.
| Home size | Typical monthly use | Monthly bill |
|---|---|---|
| 1-bedroom apartment | 384 kWh | $74.27 |
| 2-bedroom apartment | 575 kWh | $111.21 |
| Small house | 690 kWh | $133.45 |
| Large house | 1,074 kWh | $207.71 |
| New Jersey average | 662 kWh | $128.13 |
Estimate your New Jersey electric bill
Add up your appliances and usage for a tailored monthly estimate.
Estimated bill
$210/mo
- Total usage
- 1,200 kWh/mo
- Yearly bill
- $2,517
What drives the bill
- Heating & cooling$65.92 33%
- Water heating$41.20 21%
- EV charging$49.44 25%
- Appliances, lighting & other$41.20 21%
- Fixed charge$12.00
Estimate from your major loads. The rate and fixed charge are printed on your bill — heating/cooling and water heating usually dominate, so start there for the biggest impact.
Frequently asked questions
Average bill by utility in New Jersey
The state average blends every provider — what you pay depends on your utility.