Electricity rates in California, MO
California (4,396 people, Moniteau County) is served by 3 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 California
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Union Electric Co. | Investor-owned utility | 14.03¢ | $145 | 1.10M | 594 |
| Co-Mo Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 15.45¢ | $173 | 31K | 158 |
| Three Rivers Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 13.48¢ | $158 | 23K | 130 |
Power outages in Moniteau County right now
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Outage history in Moniteau County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 234 | 201 |
| Days with outages | 29 | 31 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,296 (18%) | 1,299 (18%) |
| Worst day | 2024-06-03 | 2025-12-27 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (234 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Tipton 14.0¢
- Saint Martins 14.0¢
- Eldon 14.0¢
- Ashland 14.0¢
- Versailles 14.0¢
- Jefferson City 14.0¢
- Wardsville 14.0¢
- Holts Summit 14.0¢
- Columbia 14.0¢
- Boonville 14.0¢
ZIP codes: 65018
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in California?
Most homes in California 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 California: Co-Mo Electric Co-op (15.45¢), Three Rivers Electric Co-op (13.48¢).
What is the average electric bill in California?
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 California, MO?
3 utilities serve California's ZIP codes: Union Electric Co., Co-Mo Electric Co-op, Three Rivers Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in California?
In 2025, customers in Moniteau County averaged 3 hr 21 min without power. Outages hit 31 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-12-27, when 1,299 customers (18%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.