Electricity rates in Hampton, NJ
Hampton (1,361 people, Hunterdon 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 Hampton
| 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 Hunterdon County right now
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Outage history in Hunterdon County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 1,302 | 642 |
| Days with outages | 113 | 118 |
| Most customers out at once | 15,537 (23.2%) | 8,907 (13.3%) |
| Worst day | 2024-07-17 | 2025-07-30 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (1,302 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Glen Gardner 19.3¢
- Washington 19.3¢
- High Bridge 19.3¢
- Brass Castle 19.3¢
- Clinton 19.3¢
- Annandale 19.3¢
- Califon 19.3¢
- Oxford 19.3¢
- Lebanon 19.3¢
- Beattystown 19.3¢
ZIP codes: 08827
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Hampton?
Most homes in Hampton 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 Hampton?
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 Hampton, NJ?
Jersey Central Power & Lt Co. serves Hampton.
How often does the power go out in Hampton?
In 2025, customers in Hunterdon County averaged 10 hr 42 min without power. Outages hit 118 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-07-30, when 8,907 customers (13.3%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.