Electricity rates in New Madrid, MO
New Madrid (3,011 people, New Madrid 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 New Madrid
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Union Electric Co. | Investor-owned utility | 14.03¢ | $145 | 1.10M | 594 |
| SEMO Electric Cooperative | Electric cooperative | 13.98¢ | $194 | 11K | 822 |
Power outages in New Madrid County right now
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Outage history in New Madrid County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 856 | 264 |
| Days with outages | 30 | 32 |
| Most customers out at once | 4,023 (43.9%) | 1,674 (18.3%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-26 | 2025-05-17 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (856 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Lilbourn 14.0¢
- Portageville 14.0¢
- East Prairie 14.0¢
- Sikeston 14.0¢
- Gideon 14.0¢
- Malden 14.0¢
- Bernie 14.0¢
- Charleston 14.0¢
- Clarkton 14.0¢
- Hayti 14.0¢
ZIP codes: 63869
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in New Madrid?
Most homes in New Madrid 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 New Madrid: SEMO Electric Cooperative (13.98¢).
What is the average electric bill in New Madrid?
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 New Madrid, MO?
2 utilities serve New Madrid's ZIP codes: Union Electric Co., SEMO Electric Cooperative. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in New Madrid?
In 2025, customers in New Madrid County averaged 4 hr 24 min without power. Outages hit 32 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-05-17, when 1,674 customers (18.3%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.