Electricity rates in Palmyra, MO
Palmyra (3,616 people, Marion 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 Palmyra
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Union Electric Co. | Investor-owned utility | 14.03¢ | $145 | 1.10M | 594 |
| Missouri Rural Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 14.73¢ | $167 | 5,077 | — |
Power outages in Marion County right now
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Outage history in Marion County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 39 | 41 |
| Days with outages | 19 | 20 |
| Most customers out at once | 583 (4.4%) | 671 (5.1%) |
| Worst day | 2024-11-14 | 2025-07-11 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (39 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Hannibal 14.0¢
- Monroe City 14.0¢
- Canton 14.0¢
- Shelbina 16.3¢
- Paris 14.0¢
- Vandalia 14.0¢
- Louisiana 14.0¢
- Bowling Green 14.0¢
- Edina 14.0¢
- Kahoka 14.0¢
ZIP codes: 63461
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Palmyra?
Most homes in Palmyra 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 Palmyra: Missouri Rural Electric Co-op (14.73¢).
What is the average electric bill in Palmyra?
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 Palmyra, MO?
2 utilities serve Palmyra's ZIP codes: Union Electric Co., Missouri Rural Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Palmyra?
In 2025, customers in Marion County averaged 41 min without power. Outages hit 20 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-07-11, when 671 customers (5.1%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.