Electricity rates in Madison, NJ
Madison (16,126 people, Morris 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 Madison
| 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 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
- Chatham 19.3¢
- Florham Park 19.3¢
- Hanover 19.3¢
- Summit 19.3¢
- Morristown 19.3¢
- New Providence 26.1¢
- Whippany 19.3¢
- Cedar Knolls 19.3¢
- Short Hills 26.1¢
- East Hanover 26.1¢
ZIP codes: 07940
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Madison?
Most homes in Madison 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 Madison?
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 Madison, NJ?
Jersey Central Power & Lt Co. serves Madison.
How often does the power go out in Madison?
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.