Electricity Rates Comparison
Data from U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) · November 2025
| Metric | New Jersey | Pennsylvania | National Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residential Rate (¢/kWh) | 22.73¢ | 20.17¢ | 17.24¢ |
| Commercial Rate (¢/kWh) | 16.13¢ | 13.16¢ | — |
| Industrial Rate (¢/kWh) | 13.95¢ | 10.40¢ | — |
| Avg Monthly Bill | $150.56 | $164.82 | $152.02 |
| Avg Monthly Usage (kWh) | 662 | 817 | — |
| Market Type | deregulated | deregulated | — |
Pennsylvania has a lower residential electricity rate at 20.17¢/kWh compared to New Jersey's 22.73¢/kWh — a difference of 2.56¢/kWh (12.7%).
The average monthly electric bill in New Jersey is $150.56 (662 kWh/month), while in Pennsylvania it is $164.82 (817 kWh/month). The national average is $152.02.
New Jersey has a deregulated electricity market, while Pennsylvania 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. New Jersey is above the national average at 22.73¢/kWh, and Pennsylvania is above the national average at 20.17¢/kWh.
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