Electricity rates in Carterville, MO
Carterville (1,852 people, Jasper County) is served by Empire District Electric Co.. Homes on Empire District Electric Co. pay about 14.70¢/kWh, 5% more than the Missouri average.
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Electric companies serving Carterville
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Empire District Electric Co. | Investor-owned utility | 14.70¢ | $154 | 144K | 167 |
Power outages in Jasper County right now
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Outage history in Jasper County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 536 | 571 |
| Days with outages | 83 | 95 |
| Most customers out at once | 4,570 (31.4%) | 2,684 (18.5%) |
| Worst day | 2024-01-14 | 2025-05-30 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (536 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 64835
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Carterville?
Most homes in Carterville 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¢.
What is the average electric bill in Carterville?
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 Carterville, MO?
Empire District Electric Co. serves Carterville.
How often does the power go out in Carterville?
In 2025, customers in Jasper County averaged 9 hr 31 min without power. Outages hit 95 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-05-30, when 2,684 customers (18.5%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.