Electricity rates in Hackettstown, NJ
Hackettstown (9,579 people, Warren County) is served by Jersey Central Power & Lt Co.. 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 Hackettstown
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jersey Central Power & Lt Co. | Investor-owned utility | 19.28¢ | $152 | 956K | 391 |
Power outages in Warren County right now
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Outage history in Warren County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 1,071 | 723 |
| Days with outages | 105 | 119 |
| Most customers out at once | 10,069 (18.1%) | 13,556 (24.4%) |
| Worst day | 2024-06-27 | 2025-12-19 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (1,071 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Beattystown 19.3¢
- Budd Lake 19.3¢
- Long Valley 19.3¢
- Netcong 19.3¢
- Stanhope 19.3¢
- Chester 19.3¢
- Oxford 19.3¢
- Landing 19.3¢
- Califon 19.3¢
- Succasunna 19.3¢
ZIP codes: 07840
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Hackettstown?
Most homes in Hackettstown 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¢.
What is the average electric bill in Hackettstown?
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 Hackettstown, NJ?
Jersey Central Power & Lt Co. serves Hackettstown.
How often does the power go out in Hackettstown?
In 2025, customers in Warren County averaged 12 hr 3 min without power. Outages hit 119 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-12-19, when 13,556 customers (24.4%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.