Electricity rates in Penns Grove, NJ
Penns Grove (4,945 people, Salem County) is served by Atlantic City Electric Co.. Homes on Atlantic City Electric Co. pay about 27.75¢/kWh, 17% more than the New Jersey average.
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Electric companies serving Penns Grove
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlantic City Electric Co. | Investor-owned utility | 27.75¢ | $176 | 473K | 80 |
Power outages in Salem County right now
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Outage history in Salem County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 372 | 124 |
| Days with outages | 53 | 38 |
| Most customers out at once | 5,219 (14.3%) | 1,749 (4.8%) |
| Worst day | 2024-01-10 | 2025-12-29 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (372 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Carneys Point 27.8¢
- Pennsville 27.8¢
- Beckett 27.8¢
- Swedesboro 27.8¢
- Woodstown 27.8¢
- Salem 27.8¢
- Gibbstown 27.8¢
- Alloway 27.8¢
- Mullica Hill 26.1¢
- Paulsboro 26.1¢
ZIP codes: 08069
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Penns Grove?
Most homes in Penns Grove get power from Atlantic City Electric Co., where residential customers pay an average of 27.75¢/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 Penns Grove?
About $176 a month, based on 636 kWh a month (the average for Atlantic City Electric Co. customers) at 27.75¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Penns Grove, NJ?
Atlantic City Electric Co. serves Penns Grove.
How often does the power go out in Penns Grove?
In 2025, customers in Salem County averaged 2 hr 4 min without power. Outages hit 38 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-12-29, when 1,749 customers (4.8%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.