Electricity Rates Comparison
Data from U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) · November 2025
| Metric | Connecticut | New Jersey | National Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residential Rate (¢/kWh) | 27.02¢ | 22.73¢ | 17.24¢ |
| Commercial Rate (¢/kWh) | 22.21¢ | 16.13¢ | — |
| Industrial Rate (¢/kWh) | 19.13¢ | 13.95¢ | — |
| Avg Monthly Bill | $187.67 | $150.56 | $152.02 |
| Avg Monthly Usage (kWh) | 695 | 662 | — |
| Market Type | deregulated | deregulated | — |
New Jersey has a lower residential electricity rate at 22.73¢/kWh compared to Connecticut's 27.02¢/kWh — a difference of 4.29¢/kWh (18.9%).
The average monthly electric bill in Connecticut is $187.67 (695 kWh/month), while in New Jersey it is $150.56 (662 kWh/month). The national average is $152.02.
Connecticut has a deregulated electricity market, while New Jersey has a deregulated market. In deregulated markets, consumers can choose their electricity supplier, which may offer more competitive rates.
The national average residential rate is 17.24¢/kWh. Connecticut is above the national average at 27.02¢/kWh, and New Jersey is above the national average at 22.73¢/kWh.
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