Electricity rates in Old Tappan, NJ
Old Tappan (6,016 people, Bergen County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Rockland Electric Co. pay about 24.90¢/kWh, 5% more than the New Jersey average.
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Electric companies serving Old Tappan
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rockland Electric Co. | Investor-owned utility | 24.90¢ | $224 | 64K | 144 |
| Public Service Electric & Gas Co. | Investor-owned utility | 26.07¢ | $146 | 1.98M | 66 |
Power outages in Bergen County right now
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Outage history in Bergen County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 97 | 58 |
| Days with outages | 30 | 16 |
| Most customers out at once | 7,195 (1.7%) | 7,181 (1.7%) |
| Worst day | 2024-04-04 | 2025-06-24 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (97 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- River Vale 26.1¢
- Norwood 24.9¢
- Harrington Park 26.1¢
- Northvale 24.9¢
- Westwood 26.1¢
- Hillsdale 26.1¢
- Montvale 24.9¢
- Emerson 26.1¢
- Closter 24.9¢
- Park Ridge 26.1¢
ZIP codes: 07640, 07648, 07675
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Old Tappan?
Most homes in Old Tappan get power from Rockland Electric Co., where residential customers pay an average of 24.90¢/kWh including all charges. The New Jersey average is 23.78¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Old Tappan: Public Service Electric & Gas Co. (26.07¢).
What is the average electric bill in Old Tappan?
About $224 a month, based on 901 kWh a month (the average for Rockland Electric Co. customers) at 24.90¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Old Tappan, NJ?
2 utilities serve Old Tappan's ZIP codes: Rockland Electric Co., Public Service Electric & Gas Co.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Old Tappan?
In 2025, customers in Bergen County averaged 58 min without power. Outages hit 16 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-24, when 7,181 customers (1.7%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.