JCP&L Basic Generation Service: 17.0534¢ per kWh

In effect since October 1, 2026.

Last checked by Pylon: November 13, 2026 · Source

See if a plan beats JCP&L's Basic Generation Service at your usage.

What JCP&L's default supply costs you

At 875 kWh a month, about what an average home uses, the Basic Generation Service comes to $149.22 a month for electricity supply. Delivery charges and taxes are billed on top, whoever supplies you.

Your monthly kWh $149.22 a month

Basic Generation Service history

Since June 2026: 16.4842¢ to 17.0534¢ per kWh, up 3%.

Rate	From	To	Source
17.0534¢	Oct 1, 2026	today	Link
16.4842¢	Jun 1, 2026	Sep 30, 2026	–

How Pylon lowers your bill

Pylon watches every plan from licensed suppliers in your area, switches you to a cheaper one automatically and checks again before each contract ends. Pylon only switches you to a plan that costs less than your utility.

What you don't have to do

No utility password. Pylon uses the customer number from your bill.
You review and sign the authorization yourself.
JCP&L still delivers your power and sends your bill.
Pylon is a free service, not a supplier.

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Where to find your JCP&L customer number

Your Customer Number is made up of 20 digits which starts with 080. It's typically found at the top of your bill.

Questions

What is the JCP&L Basic Generation Service?

It's the price per kWh JCP&L charges for electricity supply if you haven't chosen a supplier: 17.0534¢ since October 1, 2026. Supplier plans are compared against it.

Is JCP&L raising its rates?

JCP&L's Basic Generation Service has been 17.0534¢ per kWh since October 1, 2026. This page shows the next price the day it's published.

When does it change next?

This page is updated when the next rate is published.

Why is my JCP&L bill so high?

Your bill has two parts. Delivery is always billed by JCP&L. Supply is the Basic Generation Service, unless you chose a supplier. If a supplier plan ended, you may now be paying that supplier's month-to-month rate; check the supply line on your bill against 17.0534¢.

Can I choose a different electricity supplier with JCP&L?

Yes. New Jersey lets every JCP&L customer choose a licensed supplier. JCP&L keeps delivering your power and sending your bill either way.

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Sources

Rates are Pylon's own research from JCP&L's published Basic Generation Service, linked per period above. Checked by the Pylon team on November 13, 2026.