Michigan
vsNew Jersey
Side-by-side comparison of electricity costs, generation mix, and renewable energy data.
| Michigan | Metric | New Jersey |
|---|---|---|
| 20.01¢/kWh | Residential | 22.63¢/kWh |
| 14.48¢/kWh | Commercial | 16.63¢/kWh |
| 8.59¢/kWh | Industrial | 13.90¢/kWh |
| #39 | Price Rank | #41 |
| 12.0% | Renewable % | 3.8% |
Generation Mix
Michigan
New Jersey
Frequently Asked Questions
Michigan has cheaper residential electricity at 20.01¢/kWh. The difference is 2.62¢/kWh between the two states. Michigan ranks #39 and New Jersey ranks #41 cheapest among all states.
Michigan gets 12.0% of electricity from renewables, while New Jersey gets 3.8%. Michigan leads in renewable energy adoption.
Electricity rates from EIA retail sales data. Generation mix from EIA electric power operational data.
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration, 2026.
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