In July 2026, homes in Missouri paid an average of 16.09¢ per kWh, the 25th cheapest of the 50 states and DC and 12.1% below the U.S. average of 18.31¢.
That price is up 3.4% from a year earlier.
Over the past 12 months the average home in Missouri used 1,041 kWh a month, for an average bill of $145 (U.S.: $157).
About electricity in Missouri
Coal generates most of Missouri's electricity, one of the highest coal shares in the country. Co-ops and city-owned utilities together serve about a third of homes.
- coal 64%
- natural gas 13%
- nuclear 10%
- wind 9%
- solar 2%
- other 2%
The Missouri Public Service Commission is the state agency that regulates electric utilities in Missouri.
Average electric bill in Missouri
Over the last 12 months the average Missouri home paid $145 a month for electricity, the 22nd lowest of the 50 states and DC. In July 2026 the average bill was $226 for 1,405 kWh.
Over the last 12 months, homes in Missouri used the most electricity in July, when air conditioning drives usage up: an average of 1,405 kWh and a $226 bill. The lightest month was April, at 746 kWh and $105.
What would I pay?
| Monthly use | Per month | Per year |
|---|---|---|
| 500 kWh × 16.09¢ | $80.45 | $965 |
| 1,000 kWh × 16.09¢typical | $160.90 | $1,931 |
| 1,500 kWh × 16.09¢ | $241.35 | $2,896 |
| 2,000 kWh × 16.09¢ | $321.80 | $3,862 |
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Cost of electricity in Missouri by month
Businesses in Missouri paid 12.64¢ per kWh in July 2026 (the 23rd cheapest for business power), and industrial users paid 9.87¢.
Electric companies in Missouri
45 utilities deliver electricity to homes in Missouri. The largest is Union Electric Co, serving 1,100,654 homes.
| Utility | Homes served | Avg. home rate |
|---|---|---|
| Union Electric Co | 1,100,654 | 13.26¢ |
| Evergy Missouri West | 308,573 | 12.10¢ |
| Evergy Metro | 276,162 | 13.63¢ |
| Empire District Electric Co | 144,059 | 14.77¢ |
| City Utilities of Springfield | 105,859 | 11.65¢ |
| Cuivre River Electric Coop Inc | 74,261 | 11.36¢ |
| City of Independence | 54,199 | 16.54¢ |
| City of Columbia | 45,899 | 15.50¢ |
| Southwest Electric Coop, Inc | 41,670 | 12.33¢ |
| White River Valley El Coop Inc | 39,401 | 15.47¢ |
"Avg. home rate" is what each utility's full-service residential customers paid on average in 2025 (revenue ÷ kWh sold). Delivery-only utilities have no full-service rate.
Can you choose your electricity supplier in Missouri?
No. Households in Missouri buy electricity from the utility that serves their address. Rates are set by the state utility commission (for investor-owned utilities) or by the utility's own board (for co-ops and city-owned utilities).
Missouri compared with neighboring states
| State | Price per kWh | Avg. monthly bill (12 mo.) |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 13.71¢ | $162 |
| Nebraska | 13.78¢ | $123 |
| Kentucky | 13.81¢ | $154 |
| Arkansas | 14.33¢ | $141 |
| Oklahoma | 14.35¢ | $144 |
| Kansas | 15.27¢ | $132 |
| Iowa | 15.99¢ | $121 |
| Missouri | 16.09¢ | $145 |
| Illinois | 19.22¢ | $132 |
Missouri electricity FAQ
What is the average electric bill in Missouri?
The average home in Missouri paid $145 a month over the last 12 months, using 1,041 kWh. That is the 22nd lowest of the 50 states and DC. In July 2026 alone, the average bill was $226.
How much does electricity cost per kWh in Missouri?
Homes paid an average of 16.09¢ per kWh in July 2026, 12.1% below the U.S. average of 18.31¢. Businesses paid 12.64¢ per kWh.
Which month has the highest electric bills in Missouri?
July, in the last 12 months of data: the average bill reached $226 (1,405 kWh), compared with $105 in April, the lowest month.
Can I choose my electricity provider in Missouri?
No. Households in Missouri buy electricity from the utility that serves their address, at rates set by regulators or the utility's board.
What are the largest electric companies in Missouri?
By number of residential customers in 2025: Union Electric Co (1,100,654), Evergy Missouri West (308,573), Evergy Metro (276,162).
Latest MO electric rates, bills and usage: U.S. Energy Information Administration retail sales data (forms EIA-861M and EIA-861), latest month July 2026. Utilities and suppliers: EIA-861 (2025). Bills and usage are revenue and sales divided by customers. Last updated 2026-10-20.