Electricity rates in McGuire AFB, NJ
McGuire AFB (3,710 people, Burlington County) is served by 3 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 McGuire AFB
| 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 |
| Atlantic City Electric Co. | Investor-owned utility | 27.75¢ | $176 | 473K | 80 |
Power outages in Burlington County right now
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Outage history in Burlington County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 185 | 165 |
| Days with outages | 78 | 66 |
| Most customers out at once | 18,575 (8.9%) | 15,535 (7.5%) |
| Worst day | 2024-01-10 | 2025-02-17 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (185 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Fort Dix 19.3¢
- New Egypt 19.3¢
- Browns Mills 19.3¢
- Country Lake Estates 19.3¢
- Pemberton 26.1¢
- Pemberton Heights 26.1¢
- Magnolia 26.1¢
- Columbus 26.1¢
- Presidential Lakes Estates 19.3¢
- Allentown 26.1¢
ZIP codes: 08015, 08511, 08562
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in McGuire AFB?
Most homes in McGuire AFB 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 McGuire AFB: Public Service Electric & Gas Co. (26.07¢), Atlantic City Electric Co. (27.75¢).
What is the average electric bill in McGuire AFB?
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 McGuire AFB, NJ?
3 utilities serve McGuire AFB's ZIP codes: Jersey Central Power & Lt Co., Public Service Electric & Gas Co., Atlantic City Electric Co.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in McGuire AFB?
In 2025, customers in Burlington County averaged 2 hr 45 min without power. Outages hit 66 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-02-17, when 15,535 customers (7.5%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.