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N.J. is ninth-most expensive state for utilities spending, according to a report

Source: ROI-NJ · Jul 30, 2026, 5:52 AM

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A new report from online bill-paying platform doxo analyzing actual household utility payments across 97% of U.S. ZIP codes reveals New Jersey's position in the national utilities cost landscape.

The analysis examined spending in four main utility categories: electric, gas, waste and recycling, and water and sewer services.

The July 29 report provides insight into how much individual New Jersey residents pay for essential utilities compared to other states, positioning the Garden State among the higher-cost regions in the nation.

Key points

  • New Jersey ranks as the ninth-most expensive state for utilities spending nationally
  • The doxo report analyzed actual household payments across 97% of U.S. ZIP codes
  • The analysis examined four main utility categories: electric, gas, waste/recycle, and water/sewer
  • New Jersey utility costs reflect broader regional patterns in the Northeast

FAQ

Where does New Jersey rank nationally for utility costs?
New Jersey ranks as the ninth-most expensive state for utilities spending according to the doxo analysis released in July 2026.
What utility categories were included in the report?
The report analyzed four main utility categories: electric, gas, waste and recycling, and water and sewer services based on actual household payment data.
How comprehensive was the data sample?
The analysis covered actual household payments for utilities across 97% of U.S. ZIP codes, providing a broad statistical overview of American utility spending patterns.

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