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Fully deregulated retail market • Deregulated since 1999

⚡ NJ Electricity News — 15 Articles

Updated 10:48 PM, Jun 20

📡 All New Jersey News Feed Providers

10 stations tracked • 176 total articles
1 PIX11 New York (PIX) 95 art.
3 NBC 4 New York (NBC) 0
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4 CBS New York (CBS) 0
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5 Fox 5 NY (Fox) 0
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6 News 12 NJ (News12) 0
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7 NJ.com / The Star-Ledger 0
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8 WPVI Philadelphia (ABC) 0
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9 NBC10 Philadelphia (NBC) 0
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10 Fox 29 Philadelphia (Fox) 0
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🏙️ Top Cities in New Jersey

Deregulated service territories
1
Newark
Pop: 311,549
⚡ PSEG
2
Jersey City
Pop: 292,449
⚡ PSEG
3
Paterson
Pop: 160,772
⚡ PSEG
4
Elizabeth
Pop: 137,298
⚡ PSEG
5
Lakewood
Pop: 135,158
⚡ JCP&L
6
Edison
Pop: 107,588
⚡ PSEG
7
Woodbridge
Pop: 102,702
⚡ PSEG
8
Toms River
Pop: 95,438
⚡ JCP&L
9
Hamilton Twp
Pop: 93,024
⚡ ACE / PSEG
10
Trenton
Pop: 90,871
⚡ PSEG
11
Clifton
Pop: 89,402
⚡ PSEG
12
Camden
Pop: 73,562
⚡ ACE
13
Passaic
Pop: 72,266
⚡ PSEG
14
Union City
Pop: 70,387
⚡ PSEG
15
East Orange
Pop: 69,159
⚡ PSEG
16
Bayonne
Pop: 72,559
⚡ PSEG
17
Vineland
Pop: 61,050
⚡ Vineland MUA / ACE
18
New Brunswick
Pop: 58,251
⚡ PSEG
19
Irvington
Pop: 54,694
⚡ PSEG
20
Perth Amboy
Pop: 55,436
⚡ PSEG

⚡ Newark Electricity Rates — Are You Overpaying?

Newark residents and businesses served by PSEG have the power to choose their own electricity supplier in New Jersey's deregulated energy market. New Jersey has some of the highest energy costs in the U.S., averaging 17–22¢/kWh — making supplier comparison critical. Shopping for a competitive rate could save you hundreds of dollars each year.

How to Lower Your Electric Bill in Newark, NJ

  • Compare certified suppliers — Don't pay the default utility rate. Licensed suppliers often offer fixed or variable rates that beat the standard offer.
  • Lock in a fixed rate — Protect yourself from seasonal price spikes and grid volatility common in New Jersey.
  • Go green — Many NJ suppliers offer 100% renewable plans at competitive prices.
  • Commercial & industrial — If you're a business in Newark, deregulation means you can negotiate directly for bulk rates.

Electricity Deregulation in New Jersey

New Jersey opened its electricity market to competition, meaning PSEG still delivers your power but you can choose who generates and supplies it. This separation gives Newark consumers real choice and competitive pricing that regulated states don't have.