WattBuy’s Guide toElectricity in
Electricity in
Union City
New Jersey
New Jersey
Here's the average monthly bill, usage, and carbon footprint of residents in Union City
January
$589highestFebruary
$489March
$258April
$217May
$214lowestJune
$221July
$274August
$235September
$228October
$226November
$263December
$454Carbon Emissions
551 lbs CO₂
Monthly Usage
1,297 kWh
Union City's energy comes from Natural Gas, Nuclear, and Solar. Natural Gas is the largest source of electricity, providing 50% of Union City's energy. Nuclear is the second largest source, making up 36%. Solar provides 13% of the energy in Union City.
51%
Natural Gas
36%
Nuclear
13%
Solar
Solar power is on the rise, helping homeowners save on their electricity bills and power their homes sustainably.
669 kWh
Energy generated by average sized system
$16,036
Average system cost
(after federal incentive)
9 years
Payback period
Net metering policies in Union City 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 Union City. The following companies provide electricity plans in the city:
PSEG has several different electricity rates for residential customers, as shown in the table below.
| Rate Name | Rate Type | Cost Per kWh |
| RESIDENTIAL SERVICE Time of Use | TOU | 3¢ to 22¢ |
| RESIDENTIAL SERVICE | Fixed | 6¢ to 10¢ |
| RESIDENTIAL HEATING SERVICE | Fixed | 4¢ to 11¢ |
| RESIDENTIAL LOAD MANAGEMENT SERVICE | TOU | 4¢ to 13¢ |
| WATER HEATING STORAGE SERVICE | Fixed | 2¢ |
The price to compare for PSEG is 13.20¢. Rates are based on an estimated usage of 1,297 kWh per month.Update usage.
| Provider | Plan | Rate Per kWh | Plan Length | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Verde Energy | Clean Power 12 cheapestcheapest renewablecheapest 12 monthsmost popular | 21.59¢ | 12 months | Choose Plan | |
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