Electricity rates in Canton, MO
Canton (2,377 people, Lewis County) is served by Union Electric Co.. Homes on Union Electric Co. pay about 14.03¢/kWh, 1% more than the Missouri average.
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Electric companies serving Canton
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Union Electric Co. | Investor-owned utility | 14.03¢ | $145 | 1.10M | 594 |
Power outages in Lewis County right now
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Outage history in Lewis County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 364 | 65 |
| Days with outages | 26 | 21 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,643 (27.1%) | 370 (6.1%) |
| Worst day | 2024-10-25 | 2025-07-23 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (364 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 63435
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Canton?
Most homes in Canton 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¢.
What is the average electric bill in Canton?
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 Canton, MO?
Union Electric Co. serves Canton.
How often does the power go out in Canton?
In 2025, customers in Lewis County averaged 65 min without power. Outages hit 21 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-07-23, when 370 customers (6.1%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.