Cost to Run a Electric Oven in New Jersey
New Jersey's average residential electricity rate is 25.2¢/kWh as of July 2026 — the 43rd cheapest in the country, 38% above the U.S. average. At typical usage (1 hour/day), a electric oven here costs $18.39 per month.
Per hour
$0.60
at 2,000–5,000 W
Per day
$0.60
1 hour/day
Per month
$18.39
73 kWh
Per year
$221
876 kWh
By usage level in New Jersey
| Usage | Per day | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light (0.5 hrs/day) | $0.30 | $9.19 | $110 |
| Typical (1 hrs/day) | $0.60 | $18.39 | $221 |
| Heavy (2 hrs/day) | $1.21 | $36.77 | $442 |
New Jersey vs. the rest of the country
Monthly cost at typical usage.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to run a electric oven in New Jersey?
At New Jersey's current average residential rate of 25.2¢/kWh (July 2026), a electric oven with typical usage costs about $0.60 per day, $18.39 per month, or $221 per year.
Is running a electric oven in New Jersey more expensive than average?
Yes. New Jersey's electricity costs about 38% more than the U.S. average, so the same usage costs $18.39 per month here versus $13.35 nationally.
What does electricity cost in New Jersey right now?
New Jersey residents pay an average of 25.2¢ per kWh as of July 2026 — the 43rd cheapest rate of the 51 U.S. jurisdictions we track.