Electricity rates in Elmer, NJ
Elmer (1,343 people, Salem County) is served by 2 electric utilities. 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 Elmer
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlantic City Electric Co. | Investor-owned utility | 27.75¢ | $176 | 473K | 80 |
| City of Vineland | Municipal utility | 19.49¢ | $145 | 23K | — |
Power outages in Salem County right now
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Outage history in Salem County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 372 | 124 |
| Days with outages | 53 | 38 |
| Most customers out at once | 5,219 (14.3%) | 1,749 (4.8%) |
| Worst day | 2024-01-10 | 2025-12-29 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (372 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Olivet 27.8¢
- Clayton 27.8¢
- Seabrook Farms 27.8¢
- Glassboro 27.8¢
- Rosenhayn 27.8¢
- Newfield 27.8¢
- Richwood 27.8¢
- Woodstown 27.8¢
- Pitman 27.8¢
- Mullica Hill 26.1¢
ZIP codes: 08318
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Elmer?
Most homes in Elmer 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¢. Other utilities serving parts of Elmer: City of Vineland (19.49¢).
What is the average electric bill in Elmer?
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 Elmer, NJ?
2 utilities serve Elmer's ZIP codes: Atlantic City Electric Co., City of Vineland. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Elmer?
In 2025, customers in Salem County averaged 2 hr 4 min without power. Outages hit 38 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-12-29, when 1,749 customers (4.8%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.