What is the average electricity rate in Freehold Township, New Jersey?

The average residential electricity rate in Freehold Township is approximately 22.80¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $124 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Freehold Township?

Natural gas customers in Freehold Township pay an average of $102 per month. The rate is approximately $1.32/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Freehold Township, New Jersey?

Electricity in Freehold Township is distributed by PSE&G (Public Service Electric and Gas) and Jersey Central Power & Light (JCP&L). Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.

Which gas company serves Freehold Township?

Freehold Township natural gas service is provided by PSE&G and South Jersey Gas. Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.

How do Freehold Township electricity rates compare to New Jersey averages?

Freehold Township's electricity rate of 22.80¢/kWh is below the New Jersey state average of 23.27¢/kWh. This can reflect a municipal utility or favorable regional generation mix.

How do I start or stop utility service in Freehold Township?

To start electric service in Freehold Township, contact PSE&G (Public Service Electric and Gas) and Jersey Central Power & Light (JCP&L). For gas service, contact PSE&G and South Jersey Gas. You'll typically need a photo ID, your new address, and a move-in date. Service can usually be established within 1-3 business days.

Freehold Township, New Jersey Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in Freehold Township, New Jersey

Freehold Township is a community in New Jersey served by PSE&G (Public Service Electric and Gas) for electric and PSE&G for gas. The area's utility rates reflect New Jersey's statewide energy market and the region's cold winters, hot humid summers climate.

Compared to the New Jersey state average of 23.27¢/kWh/kWh, Freehold Township's electricity rate of 22.80¢/kWh is 0.47¢ below the New Jersey average. As New Jersey is a deregulated market, Freehold Township residents can shop for competitive electricity suppliers to potentially reduce their supply rate.

Electric Utility in Freehold Township

PSE&G (Public Service Electric and Gas)
Jersey Central Power & Light (JCP&L)
Atlantic City Electric
Rockland Electric

Natural Gas Utility in Freehold Township

PSE&G
South Jersey Gas
New Jersey Natural Gas

Freehold Township vs New Jersey Energy Rates

Metric	Freehold Township	New Jersey Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	22.80¢	23.27¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.32	$1.27	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$124	$127	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$102	$98	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Freehold Township Residents

As a New Jersey city, Freehold Township residents can access the following state and local assistance programs:

✅ Universal Service Fund (USF)
✅ NJ SHARES
✅ Comfort Partners
✅ Home Performance with ENERGY STAR

Energy-Saving Tips for Freehold Township Residents

✓ Insulate your attic to at least R-49 to reduce winter heat loss by up to 15%.
✓ Install a programmable thermostat and set it to 68°F while home, 60°F while sleeping or away.
✓ Seal air leaks around windows and doors before the heating season to cut drafts.
✓ Schedule an annual furnace tune-up every fall to maintain peak efficiency.
✓ Use heavy drapes on north-facing windows during winter to reduce cold air infiltration.

FAQ — Gas & Electricity in Freehold Township, New Jersey

The average residential electricity rate in Freehold Township is approximately 22.80¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $124 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Freehold Township pay an average of $102 per month. The rate is approximately $1.32/therm per therm.
Electricity in Freehold Township is distributed by PSE&G (Public Service Electric and Gas) and Jersey Central Power & Light (JCP&L). Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Freehold Township natural gas service is provided by PSE&G and South Jersey Gas. Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.
Freehold Township's electricity rate of 22.80¢/kWh is below the New Jersey state average of 23.27¢/kWh. This can reflect a municipal utility or favorable regional generation mix.
To start electric service in Freehold Township, contact PSE&G (Public Service Electric and Gas) and Jersey Central Power & Light (JCP&L). For gas service, contact PSE&G and South Jersey Gas. You'll typically need a photo ID, your new address, and a move-in date. Service can usually be established within 1-3 business days.