Electricity rates in Bismarck, MO
Bismarck (1,500 people, St. Francois County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Union Electric Co. pay about 14.03¢/kWh, 1% more than the Missouri average.
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Electric companies serving Bismarck
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Union Electric Co. | Investor-owned utility | 14.03¢ | $145 | 1.10M | 594 |
| Black River Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 14.08¢ | $162 | 22K | 2,909 |
Power outages in St. Francois County right now
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Outage history in St. Francois County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 110 | 479 |
| Days with outages | 22 | 49 |
| Most customers out at once | 2,663 (8.2%) | 5,579 (17.1%) |
| Worst day | 2024-12-14 | 2025-01-06 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (110 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Elvins 14.0¢
- Leadwood 14.0¢
- Flat River 14.0¢
- Park Hills 14.0¢
- Desloge 14.0¢
- Esther 14.0¢
- Terre du Lac 14.0¢
- Farmington 14.0¢
- Bonne Terre 14.0¢
- Ironton 14.0¢
ZIP codes: 63624
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Bismarck?
Most homes in Bismarck get power from Union Electric Co., where residential customers pay an average of 14.03¢/kWh including all charges. The Missouri average is 13.95¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Bismarck: Black River Electric Co-op (14.08¢).
What is the average electric bill in Bismarck?
About $145 a month, based on 1,032 kWh a month (the average for Union Electric Co. customers) at 14.03¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Bismarck, MO?
2 utilities serve Bismarck's ZIP codes: Union Electric Co., Black River Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Bismarck?
In 2025, customers in St. Francois County averaged 7 hr 59 min without power. Outages hit 49 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-01-06, when 5,579 customers (17.1%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.