Electricity rates in Ozark, MO
Ozark (19,120 people, Christian County) is served by 4 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 Ozark
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Empire District Electric Co. | Investor-owned utility | 14.70¢ | $154 | 144K | 167 |
| City Utilities of Springfield | Municipal utility | 12.38¢ | $107 | 106K | 1,288 |
| White River Valley El Co-op | Electric cooperative | 16.00¢ | $170 | 39K | — |
| Webster Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 10.71¢ | $151 | 19K | 103 |
Power outages in Christian County right now
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Outage history in Christian County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 621 | 1,138 |
| Days with outages | 59 | 60 |
| Most customers out at once | 4,084 (18.1%) | 9,741 (43.2%) |
| Worst day | 2024-07-05 | 2025-06-30 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (621 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Nixa 14.7¢
- Sparta 14.7¢
- Rogersville 14.7¢
- Battlefield 12.4¢
- Springfield 12.4¢
- Clever 14.7¢
- Republic 14.7¢
- Strafford 12.4¢
- Billings 14.7¢
- Merriam Woods 14.7¢
ZIP codes: 65721
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Ozark?
Most homes in Ozark 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 Ozark: City Utilities of Springfield (12.38¢), White River Valley El Co-op (16.00¢), Webster Electric Co-op (10.71¢).
What is the average electric bill in Ozark?
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 Ozark, MO?
4 utilities serve Ozark's ZIP codes: Empire District Electric Co., City Utilities of Springfield, White River Valley El Co-op, Webster Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Ozark?
In 2025, customers in Christian County averaged 18 hr 58 min without power. Outages hit 60 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-30, when 9,741 customers (43.2%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.