Electricity rates in Lamar, MO
Lamar (4,361 people, Barton 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 Lamar
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Evergy Missouri West | Investor-owned utility | 12.29¢ | $122 | 309K | 184 |
| Empire District Electric Co. | Investor-owned utility | 14.70¢ | $154 | 144K | 167 |
Power outages in Barton County right now
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Outage history in Barton County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 151 | 285 |
| Days with outages | 30 | 32 |
| Most customers out at once | 662 (16.1%) | 1,050 (25.5%) |
| Worst day | 2024-04-02 | 2025-03-19 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (151 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Carthage 14.7¢
- Oronogo 14.7¢
- Nevada 12.3¢
- Greenfield 14.7¢
- Carterville 14.7¢
- Webb City 14.7¢
- Carl Junction 14.7¢
- Duenweg 14.7¢
- El Dorado Springs 12.3¢
- Stockton 12.3¢
ZIP codes: 64759
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Lamar?
Most homes in Lamar 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 Lamar: Empire District Electric Co. (14.70¢).
What is the average electric bill in Lamar?
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 Lamar, MO?
2 utilities serve Lamar's ZIP codes: Evergy Missouri West, Empire District Electric Co.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Lamar?
In 2025, customers in Barton County averaged 4 hr 45 min without power. Outages hit 32 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-03-19, when 1,050 customers (25.5%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.