Electricity rates in East Hanover, NJ
East Hanover (12,194 people, Morris County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Public Service Electric & Gas Co. pay about 26.07¢/kWh, 10% more than the New Jersey average.
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Electric companies serving East Hanover
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public Service Electric & Gas Co. | Investor-owned utility | 26.07¢ | $146 | 1.98M | 66 |
| Jersey Central Power & Lt Co. | Investor-owned utility | 19.28¢ | $152 | 956K | 391 |
Power outages in Morris County right now
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Outage history in Morris County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 1,177 | 614 |
| Days with outages | 174 | 155 |
| Most customers out at once | 29,213 (26%) | 19,834 (17.7%) |
| Worst day | 2024-03-11 | 2025-12-19 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (1,177 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Hanover 19.3¢
- Florham Park 19.3¢
- Whippany 19.3¢
- Livingston 26.1¢
- Roseland 26.1¢
- Westville 26.1¢
- Parsippany 19.3¢
- Essex Fells 26.1¢
- Cedar Knolls 19.3¢
- Lake Hiawatha 19.3¢
ZIP codes: 07936
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in East Hanover?
Most homes in East Hanover get power from Public Service Electric & Gas Co., where residential customers pay an average of 26.07¢/kWh including all charges. The New Jersey average is 23.78¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of East Hanover: Jersey Central Power & Lt Co. (19.28¢).
What is the average electric bill in East Hanover?
About $146 a month, based on 561 kWh a month (the average for Public Service Electric & Gas Co. customers) at 26.07¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in East Hanover, NJ?
2 utilities serve East Hanover's ZIP codes: Public Service Electric & Gas Co., Jersey Central Power & Lt Co.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in East Hanover?
In 2025, customers in Morris County averaged 10 hr 14 min without power. Outages hit 155 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-12-19, when 19,834 customers (17.7%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.