Electricity rates in Hanover, NJ
Hanover (12,898 people, Morris 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 Hanover
| 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 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
- East Hanover 26.1¢
- Florham Park 19.3¢
- Livingston 26.1¢
- Whippany 19.3¢
- Roseland 26.1¢
- Madison 19.3¢
- Cedar Knolls 19.3¢
- Short Hills 26.1¢
- Westville 26.1¢
- Chatham 19.3¢
ZIP codes: 07039, 07932, 07936
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Hanover?
Most homes in Hanover 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 Hanover: Public Service Electric & Gas Co. (26.07¢).
What is the average electric bill in Hanover?
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 Hanover, NJ?
2 utilities serve Hanover'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 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.