Electricity rates in Neosho, MO
Neosho (12,156 people, Newton 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 Neosho
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Empire District Electric Co. | Investor-owned utility | 14.70¢ | $154 | 144K | 167 |
| New-Mac Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 13.90¢ | $187 | 20K | — |
Power outages in Newton County right now
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Outage history in Newton County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 785 | 2,080 |
| Days with outages | 107 | 122 |
| Most customers out at once | 5,466 (44.6%) | 7,559 (61.7%) |
| Worst day | 2024-06-26 | 2025-04-29 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (785 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 64850
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Neosho?
Most homes in Neosho 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 Neosho: New-Mac Electric Co-op (13.90¢).
What is the average electric bill in Neosho?
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 Neosho, MO?
2 utilities serve Neosho's ZIP codes: Empire District Electric Co., New-Mac Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Neosho?
In 2025, customers in Newton County averaged 34 hr 40 min without power. Outages hit 122 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-04-29, when 7,559 customers (61.7%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.