Electricity rates in South Old Bridge, NJ
South Old Bridge (23,233 people, Middlesex County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Public Service Electric & Gas Co. pay about 26.07¢/kWh, 10% more than the New Jersey average.
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Electric companies serving South Old Bridge
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public Service Electric & Gas Co. | Investor-owned utility | 26.07¢ | $146 | 1.98M | 66 |
| Jersey Central Power & Lt Co. | Investor-owned utility | 19.28¢ | $152 | 956K | 391 |
Power outages in Middlesex County right now
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Outage history in Middlesex County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 106 | 184 |
| Days with outages | 45 | 44 |
| Most customers out at once | 15,817 (3.9%) | 21,085 (5.2%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-17 | 2025-07-04 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (106 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Old Bridge 26.1¢
- Spotswood 26.1¢
- South River 26.1¢
- Brownville 19.3¢
- East Brunswick 26.1¢
- Sayreville 19.3¢
- Madison Park 19.3¢
- Sayreville Junction 19.3¢
- Helmetta 26.1¢
- Robertsville 19.3¢
ZIP codes: 08857, 08872, 08884
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in South Old Bridge?
Most homes in South Old Bridge get power from Public Service Electric & Gas Co., where residential customers pay an average of 26.07¢/kWh including all charges. The New Jersey average is 23.78¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of South Old Bridge: Jersey Central Power & Lt Co. (19.28¢).
What is the average electric bill in South Old Bridge?
About $146 a month, based on 561 kWh a month (the average for Public Service Electric & Gas Co. customers) at 26.07¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in South Old Bridge, NJ?
2 utilities serve South Old Bridge's ZIP codes: Public Service Electric & Gas Co., Jersey Central Power & Lt Co.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in South Old Bridge?
In 2025, customers in Middlesex County averaged 3 hr 4 min without power. Outages hit 44 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-07-04, when 21,085 customers (5.2%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.