Electricity rates in Atlantic City, NJ
Atlantic City (39,260 people, Atlantic County) is served by Atlantic City Electric Co.. Homes on Atlantic City Electric Co. pay about 27.75¢/kWh, 17% more than the New Jersey average.
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Electric companies serving Atlantic City
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlantic City Electric Co. | Investor-owned utility | 27.75¢ | $176 | 473K | 80 |
Power outages in Atlantic County right now
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Outage history in Atlantic County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 94 | 112 |
| Days with outages | 22 | 43 |
| Most customers out at once | 7,171 (4.3%) | 8,152 (4.9%) |
| Worst day | 2024-01-10 | 2025-09-07 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (94 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Ventnor City 27.8¢
- Brigantine 27.8¢
- Margate City 27.8¢
- Pleasantville 27.8¢
- Absecon 27.8¢
- Northfield 27.8¢
- Linwood 27.8¢
- Smithville 27.8¢
- Somers Point 27.8¢
- Ocean City 27.8¢
ZIP codes: 08401, 08404, 08405
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Atlantic City?
Most homes in Atlantic City get power from Atlantic City Electric Co., where residential customers pay an average of 27.75¢/kWh including all charges. The New Jersey average is 23.78¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢.
What is the average electric bill in Atlantic City?
About $176 a month, based on 636 kWh a month (the average for Atlantic City Electric Co. customers) at 27.75¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Atlantic City, NJ?
Atlantic City Electric Co. serves Atlantic City.
How often does the power go out in Atlantic City?
In 2025, customers in Atlantic County averaged 112 min without power. Outages hit 43 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-09-07, when 8,152 customers (4.9%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.