Electricity rates in Merriam Woods, MO
Merriam Woods (1,763 people, Taney County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Empire District Electric Co. pay about 14.70¢/kWh, 5% more than the Missouri average.
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Electric companies serving Merriam Woods
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Empire District Electric Co. | Investor-owned utility | 14.70¢ | $154 | 144K | 167 |
| White River Valley El Co-op | Electric cooperative | 16.00¢ | $170 | 39K | — |
Power outages in Taney County right now
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Outage history in Taney County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 154 | 185 |
| Days with outages | 44 | 51 |
| Most customers out at once | 2,834 (9.7%) | 4,017 (13.8%) |
| Worst day | 2024-04-02 | 2025-06-30 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (154 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Forsyth 14.7¢
- Branson 14.7¢
- Kissee Mills 16.0¢
- Hollister 14.7¢
- Kimberling City 16.0¢
- Sparta 14.7¢
- Ozark 14.7¢
- Nixa 14.7¢
- Crane 14.7¢
- Shell Knob 16.0¢
ZIP codes: 65653, 65731, 65740
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Merriam Woods?
Most homes in Merriam Woods 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¢. Other utilities serving parts of Merriam Woods: White River Valley El Co-op (16.00¢).
What is the average electric bill in Merriam Woods?
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 Merriam Woods, MO?
2 utilities serve Merriam Woods's ZIP codes: Empire District Electric Co., White River Valley El Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Merriam Woods?
In 2025, customers in Taney County averaged 3 hr 5 min without power. Outages hit 51 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-30, when 4,017 customers (13.8%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.