Electricity rates in South Orange, NJ
South Orange (17,295 people, Essex 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 Orange
| 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 Essex County right now
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Outage history in Essex County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 141 | 105 |
| Days with outages | 40 | 32 |
| Most customers out at once | 25,596 (6.6%) | 9,212 (2.4%) |
| Worst day | 2024-06-30 | 2025-05-23 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (141 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Maplewood 26.1¢
- Irvington 26.1¢
- Orange 26.1¢
- Millburn 26.1¢
- East Orange 26.1¢
- Short Hills 26.1¢
- Union 26.1¢
- West Orange 26.1¢
- Hillside 26.1¢
- Springfield 26.1¢
ZIP codes: 07079
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in South Orange?
Most homes in South Orange 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 Orange: Jersey Central Power & Lt Co. (19.28¢).
What is the average electric bill in South Orange?
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 Orange, NJ?
2 utilities serve South Orange'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 Orange?
In 2025, customers in Essex County averaged 105 min without power. Outages hit 32 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-05-23, when 9,212 customers (2.4%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.