Electricity rates in Fort Dix, NJ
Fort Dix (7,716 people, Burlington County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Jersey Central Power & Lt Co. pay about 19.28¢/kWh, 19% less than the New Jersey average.
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Electric companies serving Fort Dix
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jersey Central Power & Lt Co. | Investor-owned utility | 19.28¢ | $152 | 956K | 391 |
| Public Service Electric & Gas Co. | Investor-owned utility | 26.07¢ | $146 | 1.98M | 66 |
Power outages in Burlington County right now
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Outage history in Burlington County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 185 | 165 |
| Days with outages | 78 | 66 |
| Most customers out at once | 18,575 (8.9%) | 15,535 (7.5%) |
| Worst day | 2024-01-10 | 2025-02-17 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (185 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- McGuire AFB 19.3¢
- Browns Mills 19.3¢
- Pemberton 26.1¢
- New Egypt 19.3¢
- Pemberton Heights 26.1¢
- Magnolia 26.1¢
- Columbus 26.1¢
- Country Lake Estates 19.3¢
- Presidential Lakes Estates 19.3¢
- Mount Holly 26.1¢
ZIP codes: 08041, 08042, 08511
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Fort Dix?
Most homes in Fort Dix get power from Jersey Central Power & Lt Co., where residential customers pay an average of 19.28¢/kWh including all charges. The New Jersey average is 23.78¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Fort Dix: Public Service Electric & Gas Co. (26.07¢).
What is the average electric bill in Fort Dix?
About $152 a month, based on 788 kWh a month (the average for Jersey Central Power & Lt Co. customers) at 19.28¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Fort Dix, NJ?
2 utilities serve Fort Dix's ZIP codes: Jersey Central Power & Lt Co., Public Service Electric & Gas Co.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Fort Dix?
In 2025, customers in Burlington County averaged 2 hr 45 min without power. Outages hit 66 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-02-17, when 15,535 customers (7.5%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.