WattBuy’s Guide toElectricity in
Electricity in
Highlands
New Jersey
New Jersey
Here's the average monthly bill, usage, and carbon footprint of residents in Highlands
January
$490highestFebruary
$363March
$249April
$198May
$197June
$194lowestJuly
$237August
$209September
$206October
$206November
$246December
$399Carbon Emissions
489 lbs CO₂
Monthly Usage
1,157 kWh
Highlands's energy comes from Nuclear, Natural Gas, and Solar. Nuclear is the largest source of electricity, providing 50% of Highlands's energy. Natural Gas is the second largest source, making up 44%. Solar provides 6% of the energy in Highlands.
50%
Nuclear
44%
Natural Gas
6%
Solar
Solar power is on the rise, helping homeowners save on their electricity bills and power their homes sustainably.
551 kWh
Energy generated by average sized system
$13,858
Average system cost
(after federal incentive)
9 years
Payback period
Net metering policies in Highlands can help solar panel owners save money and reduce their carbon footprint. When your solar panels generate more electricity than you use, you can send the excess back to the grid and receive credit on your next bill. Just something to keep in mind when considering solar panels.
There are a variety of electricity plans available to residents of Highlands. The following companies provide electricity plans in the city:
JCPL has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| Residential Service for Off-Peak Water Heating | TOU | 5¢ to 11¢ |
| Residential Time-of-Day Service | TOU | 6¢ to 9¢ |
| Residential Service for Controlled Water Heating | TOU | 5¢ to 11¢ |
| Residential Service | Fixed | 5¢ to 11¢ |
| Residential Geothermal & Heat Pump Service | TOU | 6¢ to 9¢ |
The price to compare for JCPL is 14.61¢. Rates are based on an estimated usage of 1,157 kWh per month.Update usage.
| Provider | Plan | Rate Per kWh | Plan Length | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Verde Energy | Clean Power 12 cheapestcheapest renewablecheapest 12 months | 17.49¢ | 12 months | Choose Plan | |
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