Electricity rates in High Bridge, NJ
High Bridge (3,556 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 High Bridge
| 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
- Annandale 19.3¢
- Clinton 19.3¢
- Glen Gardner 19.3¢
- Lebanon 19.3¢
- Hampton 19.3¢
- Califon 19.3¢
- Whitehouse Station 19.3¢
- Washington 19.3¢
- Brass Castle 19.3¢
- Long Valley 19.3¢
ZIP codes: 08829
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in High Bridge?
Most homes in High Bridge 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 High Bridge?
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 High Bridge, NJ?
Jersey Central Power & Lt Co. serves High Bridge.
How often does the power go out in High Bridge?
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.