Electricity rates in Anderson, MO
Anderson (1,982 people, McDonald County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Empire District Electric Co. pay about 14.70¢/kWh, 5% more than the Missouri average.
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Electric companies serving Anderson
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Empire District Electric Co. | Investor-owned utility | 14.70¢ | $154 | 144K | 167 |
| New-Mac Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 13.90¢ | $187 | 20K | — |
Power outages in McDonald County right now
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Outage history in McDonald County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 70 | 53 |
| Days with outages | 6 | 7 |
| Most customers out at once | 5,323 (3%) | 5,955 (3.4%) |
| Worst day | 2024-08-17 | 2025-04-29 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (70 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 64831
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Anderson?
Most homes in Anderson get power from Empire District Electric Co., where residential customers pay an average of 14.70¢/kWh including all charges. The Missouri average is 13.95¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Anderson: New-Mac Electric Co-op (13.90¢).
What is the average electric bill in Anderson?
About $153 a month, based on 1,044 kWh a month (the average for Empire District Electric Co. customers) at 14.70¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Anderson, MO?
2 utilities serve Anderson's ZIP codes: Empire District Electric Co., New-Mac Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Anderson?
In 2025, customers in McDonald County averaged 53 min without power. Outages hit 7 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-04-29, when 5,955 customers (3.4%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.