Average Electric Bill in Jersey City, NJ
What a typical household in Jersey City pays per month, the kWh rate behind it, and how it compares — with the data basis stated on the page.
A typical household in Jersey City pays about $111.63/month for electricity at roughly 19.81¢/kWh. Basis: Public Service Elec & Gas Co, 2024 annual average (EIA-861).
Bill trend (state level)
Average residential bill in New Jersey over 12 months — the rate environment Jersey City households pay into.
Where this number comes from
No black box: the utility behind the estimate, or the state fallback.
| Data basis | Public Service Elec & Gas Co, 2024 annual average (EIA-861) |
|---|---|
| Utility | Public Service Elec & Gas Co · 2,056,231 residential customers |
| State context | New Jersey: $207.33/mo average bill |
| Population | ≈ 292,000 (2020 Census, approx.) |
Your actual bill depends on home size, heating/cooling, and usage — the averages here are the benchmark, not your invoice.
Common questions
What is the average electric bill in Jersey City?
Expect roughly $111.63 per month for a typical household in Jersey City — based on Public Service Elec & Gas Co annual data (2024), so your bill varies with home size, weather, and usage.
How much is electricity per kWh in Jersey City?
About 19.81¢ per kWh (Public Service Elec & Gas Co, 2024 annual). Ratepayers in Jersey City pay the utility rate; check your bill for the exact per-kWh breakdown of supply and delivery.
Are bills in Jersey City higher or lower than the New Jersey average?
Public Service Elec & Gas Co averages $111.63 — below the state average of $207.33.
Sources: EIA-861 2024 (Public Service Elec & Gas Co) · EIA residential retail-sales series (New Jersey) · Census 2020 population. See methodology.