What is open in Atlantic City in 2026
Each card names the fact we keep on file, with the date we last read the official page. Rebates depend on funding and can end early.
Heat pump
$500 or $750 for a standard model, $750 for a ductless mini-split and $2,000 for a cold climate model for a limited time. See the Atlantic City heat pump guide.
Switch from gas, oil or propane
Up to $10,000 or 50% of project costs for a full switch to a cold climate heat pump, and up to $5,000 if you keep the old system.
Smart thermostat
$150 with a heating job for a limited time, and up to $100 a year for joining Energy Wise Rewards. See the thermostat guide.
Appliances
Dryer up to $300, washer up to $150, refrigerator up to $100, plus induction and heat pump dryer help for homes leaving gas. See the appliance guide.
Comfort Partners
State program for households at or below 250% of the poverty level, in buildings of 14 or fewer units. Call 866-378-4345. See the weatherization guide.
Federal 25C and 25D credits
No federal credit applies to work done after December 31, 2025.
The appliance program's terms say it ends December 31, 2026 or earlier if funding runs out, so appliance buyers should not wait. Every card is also on our Atlantic City Electric rebates page.
Atlantic City in numbers
The Census Bureau's American Community Survey (2020 to 2024) counts 19,927 homes in Atlantic City, 16,567 of them someone's usual home. Renters live in 69.7% and owners in 30.3%. Detached houses are 15.5% of homes, attached houses 16.4% and buildings of two to four homes 16.6%. About 16.9% of all homes were vacant when counted, a figure that includes seasonal homes.
Electric heat is common
Electricity heats 34.4% of homes, utility gas 59.3%, bottled gas 1.5% and fuel oil 0.8%. Fuel oil is the smallest share of any of our four cities. The bigger question is the electric third. A standard heat pump rebate of $500 to $750, or $2,000 for a cold climate model for a limited time, is the path for them. The switching rebate of up to $10,000 is for gas, oil and propane homes.
Who can use these rebates
Because renters outnumber owners more than two to one, the owner of the building makes most of the decisions. Appliance rebates are a little easier. A tenant who buys a new refrigerator or a washer may be able to claim the rebate, and the form asks for a receipt and the model. A tenant should still ask the landlord whether the appliance stays with the unit. For heating, show the owner the heat pump page and the $300 income-based bonus.
Older buildings
About 67.4% of homes were built before 1980 and 28.7% before 1940. Only 7.4% date from 2000 or later, the lowest share of our four cities. Old buildings often leak air, so Comfort Partners is worth a call first if your income qualifies. It covers insulation, air sealing and duct sealing at no cost.
Confirm your utility
Atlantic City Electric serves 547,000 customers across eight counties in southern New Jersey. Part of Ocean County is also in its territory. We did not find an official page that lists Atlantic City by name, so look at your electric bill. Only customers of Atlantic City Electric qualify for these rebates.
Every rebate guide for Atlantic City homes
- Heat Pump rebates in Atlantic City
- Solar rebates in New Jersey
- Home battery rebates in New Jersey
- Electric car and charger rebates in New Jersey
- Heat pump water heater rebates in New Jersey
- Smart thermostat rebates in New Jersey
- Appliance rebates in New Jersey
- Insulation and weatherization rebates in New Jersey
How to get started in Atlantic City
- Check that your bill says Atlantic City Electric.
- Decide who is paying: the owner for heating, you for a new appliance.
- For appliances, buy an ENERGY STAR model and apply online with the receipt, within 90 days.
- For heat pumps, ask a licensed contractor to apply for you and show both the standard and switching rebates.
- Lower income? Call Comfort Partners at 866-378-4345.
Common questions
How much does Atlantic City Electric pay for a heat pump?
$500 to $750 for a standard heat pump, $750 for a ductless mini-split, $2,000 for a cold climate model for a limited time, and up to $10,000 when you switch from gas, oil or propane.
Can renters in Atlantic City use these rebates?
Renters can often claim appliance rebates they pay for. Heating and cooling rebates are claimed through the contractor, so the building owner usually decides.
Is there help with the cost of electricity?
Atlantic City Electric's Energy Wise Rewards pays up to $100 for joining with an eligible smart thermostat. Free weatherization also lowers bills.
Is the appliance program ending?
Its terms say it ends December 31, 2026 or earlier if funding runs out.
Is there a federal tax credit?
No. The 25C and 25D credits ended for work done after December 31, 2025.
What to do next
Start with the Atlantic City heat pump guide, then the Atlantic City Electric rebate list and the calculator. Compare with Toms River. See the New Jersey hub for all programs.
By Sam Menard. Sources, last read October 7, 2026: Atlantic City Electric rebates, Atlantic City Electric eligible upgrades, NJ Comfort Partners, Census Bureau, tenure table B25003. All Atlantic City rebates → Every Atlantic City Electric rebate → All New Jersey rebates →