Electricity rates in Poplar Bluff, MO
Poplar Bluff (17,266 people, Butler County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on City of Poplar Bluff pay about 11.44¢/kWh, 18% less than the Missouri average.
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Electric companies serving Poplar Bluff
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of Poplar Bluff | Municipal utility | 11.44¢ | $148 | 7,710 | 56 |
| Ozark Border Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 12.71¢ | $173 | 33K | — |
Power outages in Butler County right now
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Outage history in Butler County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 429 | 312 |
| Days with outages | 49 | 49 |
| Most customers out at once | 9,072 (26.7%) | 5,379 (15.9%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-26 | 2025-03-15 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (429 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 63901, 63902
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Poplar Bluff?
Most homes in Poplar Bluff get power from City of Poplar Bluff, where residential customers pay an average of 11.44¢/kWh including all charges. The Missouri average is 13.95¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Poplar Bluff: Ozark Border Electric Co-op (12.71¢).
What is the average electric bill in Poplar Bluff?
About $148 a month, based on 1,290 kWh a month (the average for City of Poplar Bluff customers) at 11.44¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Poplar Bluff, MO?
2 utilities serve Poplar Bluff's ZIP codes: City of Poplar Bluff, Ozark Border Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Poplar Bluff?
In 2025, customers in Butler County averaged 5 hr 12 min without power. Outages hit 49 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-03-15, when 5,379 customers (15.9%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.