Electricity rates in Highland Lake, NJ
Highland Lake (4,933 people, Sussex 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 Highland Lake
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jersey Central Power & Lt Co. | Investor-owned utility | 19.28¢ | $152 | 956K | 391 |
| Rockland Electric Co. | Investor-owned utility | 24.90¢ | $224 | 64K | 144 |
Power outages in Sussex County right now
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Outage history in Sussex County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 1,451 | 1,474 |
| Days with outages | 127 | 150 |
| Most customers out at once | 25,085 (52.7%) | 11,782 (24.7%) |
| Worst day | 2024-06-27 | 2025-03-07 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (1,451 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Vernon Center 19.3¢
- Vernon Valley 19.3¢
- West Milford 19.3¢
- Hamburg 19.3¢
- Franklin 19.3¢
- Sussex 19.3¢
- Ogdensburg 19.3¢
- Ringwood 19.3¢
- Wanaque 19.3¢
- Kinnelon 19.3¢
ZIP codes: 07418, 07422, 07462
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Highland Lake?
Most homes in Highland Lake 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 Highland Lake: Rockland Electric Co. (24.90¢).
What is the average electric bill in Highland Lake?
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 Highland Lake, NJ?
2 utilities serve Highland Lake's ZIP codes: Jersey Central Power & Lt Co., Rockland Electric Co.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Highland Lake?
In 2025, customers in Sussex County averaged 24 hr 34 min without power. Outages hit 150 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-03-07, when 11,782 customers (24.7%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.