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Salem County, New Jersey Electricity Overview
Salem County is the 2910th highest polluting county in the nation based on pollution per person. The county emits 1.9 kilograms per capita per year of CO2 gases.
Nuclear power plants in Salem County combine to produce 99.85% of the electricity generated in the county, which is 28,227,342 megawatt hours per year.
Salem County produces 0.10% of its electricity from renewable fuel types, or 0.45 megawatt hours per citizen a year.
The average residential price per kilowatt hour in Salem County is 27.39 cents. This rate is around 71.13% above the national average rate of 16.01 cents per kilowatt hour.
With 29,565 megawatt hours generated using solar, Salem County ranks 488th in the country out of 3230 counties for solar power electricity generation.
With 29,565 megawatt produced from solar power and 65,117 residents in Salem County, the county averages 0.45 megawatt hours produced from solar per capita, which gives it a ranking of 1st in the state out of 21 counties.
ENERGY CONSUMPTION
Total Consumption
498,214 MWh
Consumption per Capita
7.65 MWh
ENERGY PRODUCTION
Total Production
28,270,343 MWh
Production from Renewable Energy
29,565 MWh
Production from Non-Renewable Energy
28,240,778 MWh
Production per Capita
434.15 MWh
EMISSIONS
CO2 Emissions
123,496 kg
CO2 Emissions per Capita
1.9 kg
Pennsville CDP, NJ Electricity Overview
On average, Pennsville CDP's residents spend 27.39 cents per kilowatt hour for their residential electricity, which is 53.77% more than the average New Jersey price of 17.81 cents and 71.13% more than the national average of 16.01. With an estimated 2,226 residential customers, Atlantic City Electric is the largest provider in the city. The average monthly residential electricity bill for a customer in the city is $183.64 per month, while the New Jersey average is $115.12. Customers in the city pay 59.52% more compared to the rest of the state.
Emitting 21,716,075.76 kilograms of CO2 emissions, Pennsville CDP ranks 117th worst out of 704 cities in the state for total emissions from electricity consumption. The city averages 1,795.76 kilograms of CO2 emissions per capita, which is a better measurement of the city's pollution levels. All of the electricity consumed in Pennsville CDP has to be imported from surrounding cities or rural areas, since there are no electricity production sources within its borders.
Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Pennsville CDP
Pennsville CDP residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in October.
Historical Electricity Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in Pennsville CDP, New Jersey
| Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| APG&E | ENERGY | 19.31 | 106.16 | 2,124 | 410,200 | |
| All American Power and Gas | ENERGY | 30.51 | 201.01 | 3,463 | 1,056,500 | |
| Alpha Gas and Electric | ENERGY | 14.73 | 100.76 | 12,214 | 1,799,200 | |
| Ambit Energy | ENERGY | 12.85 | 110.04 | 97,788 | 12,562,000 | |
| American Power & Gas | ENERGY | 19.63 | 165.06 | 19,719 | 3,870,300 |
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Carneys Point CDP, NJ Electricity Overview
On average, Carneys Point CDP's residents spend 27.39 cents per kilowatt hour for their residential electricity, which is 53.77% more than the average New Jersey price of 17.81 cents and 71.13% more than the national average of 16.01. With an estimated 1,774 residential customers, Atlantic City Electric is the largest provider in the city. The average monthly residential electricity bill for a customer in the city is $183.64 per month, while the New Jersey average is $115.12. Customers in the city pay 59.52% more compared to the rest of the state.
Emitting 14,529,460.76 kilograms of CO2 emissions, Carneys Point CDP ranks 202nd worst out of 704 cities in the state for total emissions from electricity consumption. This total also results in a ranking of 22nd highest in New Jersey for pollution per capita with an average of 1,795.76 kilograms of emissions per resident. The city has one electricity plant within its borders.
Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Carneys Point CDP
Carneys Point CDP residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in October.
Historical Electricity Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in Carneys Point CDP, New Jersey
| Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| APG&E | ENERGY | 19.31 | 106.16 | 2,124 | 410,200 | |
| All American Power and Gas | ENERGY | 30.51 | 201.01 | 3,463 | 1,056,500 | |
| Alpha Gas and Electric | ENERGY | 14.73 | 100.76 | 12,214 | 1,799,200 | |
| Ambit Energy | ENERGY | 12.85 | 110.04 | 97,788 | 12,562,000 | |
| American Power & Gas | ENERGY | 19.63 | 165.06 | 19,719 | 3,870,300 |
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Salem, NJ Electricity Overview
On average, Salem's residents spend 27.39 cents per kilowatt hour for their residential electricity, which is 53.77% more than the average New Jersey price of 17.81 cents and 71.13% more than the national average of 16.01. With an estimated 565 residential customers, Atlantic City Electric is the largest provider in the city. The average monthly residential electricity bill for a customer in the city is $183.64 per month, while the New Jersey average is $115.12. Customers in the city pay 59.52% more compared to the rest of the state.
Emitting 9,404,373.5 kilograms of CO2 emissions, Salem ranks 285th worst out of 704 cities in the state for total emissions from electricity consumption. The city averages 1,795.76 kilograms of CO2 emissions per capita, which is a better measurement of the city's pollution levels. All of the electricity consumed in Salem has to be imported from surrounding cities or rural areas, since there are no electricity production sources within its borders.
Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Salem
Salem residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in October.
Historical Electricity Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in Salem, New Jersey
| Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| APG&E | ENERGY | 19.31 | 106.16 | 2,124 | 410,200 | |
| All American Power and Gas | ENERGY | 30.51 | 201.01 | 3,463 | 1,056,500 | |
| Alpha Gas and Electric | ENERGY | 14.73 | 100.76 | 12,214 | 1,799,200 | |
| Ambit Energy | ENERGY | 12.85 | 110.04 | 97,788 | 12,562,000 | |
| American Power & Gas | ENERGY | 19.63 | 165.06 | 19,719 | 3,870,300 |
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Electricity Production in Salem County, New Jersey
Power Plants in Salem County, New Jersey
| Plant | City/County | State | Primary Fuel Type | Production (MWh) | Emission (kg) | Emissions per MWh | Toxic Chemical Release | Closing Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salem County | NJ | Nuclear | 18,384,510 | |||||
PSEG Hope Creek Generating StationPSEG (100.00%) | Salem County | NJ | Nuclear | 9,842,832 | ||||
| Salem County | NJ | Solar | 26,585 | |||||
Pedricktown Cogeneration Company LPTalen Energy (100.00%) | Salem County | NJ | Natural Gas | 13,436 | 7,007,581.14 | 521.55 | 5/2022 | |
Pittsgrove SolarBrookfield Renewable Partners (100.00%) | Olivet CDP | NJ | Solar | 2,980 |
Salem County, New Jersey Details
Electricity use in Salem County results in the release of 123,496.11 kilograms of CO2 pollution a year, which is 2889th highest amount in the United States out of 3230 counties and 21st highest in New Jersey out of 21 counties. Averaging 1.9 kilograms of CO2 emissions per resident, the county ranks 2910th worst for pollution per capita from electricity consumption. About 99.85% of electricity in Salem County comes from generation using Nuclear. Also used is Solar at 0.10% and Natural Gas at 0.05%. Salem County has 5 electricity generation plants, which is 460th most in the US.
Providers In Each City in Salem County:
- Elmer, New Jersey:
- Atlantic City Electric: 100.00%
- Newfield, New Jersey:
- Atlantic City Electric: 100.00%
- Penns Grove, New Jersey:
- Atlantic City Electric: 100.00%
- Salem, New Jersey:
- Atlantic City Electric: 100.00%
- Woodstown, New Jersey:
- Atlantic City Electric: 100.00%
* City coverage generated based on government data. Always verify you can get service from the provider.
FAQ
What electricity company is the largest supplier in Salem County, New Jersey?
By total megawatt hours sold, Atlantic City Electric is the largest electricity supplier in Salem County, New Jersey.
How many power plants are in Salem County, New Jersey?
Salem County, New Jersey is home to 5 power plants generating electricity for the county and surrounding areas.
How many electric companies offer service in Salem County, New Jersey?
There are 52 electricity suppliers offering service in Salem County, New Jersey.
Which electricity companies offer service in Salem County, New Jersey?
| County Customers Rank | Provider | Est. County Customers |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Atlantic City Electric | 69,778 |
| 2 | Constellation Energy | 2,099 |
| 3 | Direct Energy | 1,511 |
| 4 | Inspire Energy | 1,496 |
| 5 | SmartEnergy Holdings | 814 |
| 6 | Strategic Energy LLC | 655 |
| 7 | Ambit Energy | 529 |
| 8 | Clean Choice Energy | 470 |
| 9 | Stream Energy | 449 |
| 10 | Atlantic Energy | 378 |
