Electricity rates in Butler, MO
Butler (4,091 people, Bates County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Evergy Missouri West pay about 12.29¢/kWh, 12% less than the Missouri average.
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Electric companies serving Butler
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Evergy Missouri West | Investor-owned utility | 12.29¢ | $122 | 309K | 184 |
| Osage Valley Electric Co-op Association | Electric cooperative | 15.31¢ | $198 | 17K | 379 |
Power outages in Bates County right now
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Outage history in Bates County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 606 | 657 |
| Days with outages | 35 | 30 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,204 (28.5%) | 1,690 (40%) |
| Worst day | 2024-03-16 | 2025-01-05 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (606 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Adrian 12.3¢
- Rich Hill 12.3¢
- Archie 12.3¢
- Appleton City 12.3¢
- Garden City 12.3¢
- Harrisonville 12.3¢
- Nevada 12.3¢
- Clinton 12.3¢
- El Dorado Springs 12.3¢
- Peculiar 12.3¢
ZIP codes: 64730
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Butler?
Most homes in Butler get power from Evergy Missouri West, where residential customers pay an average of 12.29¢/kWh including all charges. The Missouri average is 13.95¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Butler: Osage Valley Electric Co-op Association (15.31¢).
What is the average electric bill in Butler?
About $122 a month, based on 996 kWh a month (the average for Evergy Missouri West customers) at 12.29¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Butler, MO?
2 utilities serve Butler's ZIP codes: Evergy Missouri West, Osage Valley Electric Co-op Association. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Butler?
In 2025, customers in Bates County averaged 10 hr 57 min without power. Outages hit 30 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-01-05, when 1,690 customers (40%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.