Electricity rates in Kennett, MO
Kennett (10,662 people, Dunklin 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 Kennett
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Union Electric Co. | Investor-owned utility | 14.03¢ | $145 | 1.10M | 594 |
| Clay County Electric Co-op Corp. | Electric cooperative | 15.22¢ | $139 | 51 | 228 |
Power outages in Dunklin County right now
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Outage history in Dunklin County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 88 | 80 |
| Days with outages | 20 | 27 |
| Most customers out at once | 924 (4.8%) | 973 (5.1%) |
| Worst day | 2024-08-16 | 2025-07-23 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (88 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Senath 14.0¢
- Clarkton 14.0¢
- Steele 14.0¢
- Gideon 14.0¢
- Hayti 14.0¢
- Campbell 14.0¢
- Caruthersville 14.0¢
- Malden 14.0¢
- Portageville 14.0¢
- Bernie 14.0¢
ZIP codes: 63857
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Kennett?
Most homes in Kennett 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 Kennett: Clay County Electric Co-op Corp. (15.22¢).
What is the average electric bill in Kennett?
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 Kennett, MO?
2 utilities serve Kennett's ZIP codes: Union Electric Co., Clay County Electric Co-op Corp.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Kennett?
In 2025, customers in Dunklin County averaged 80 min without power. Outages hit 27 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-07-23, when 973 customers (5.1%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.