Electricity rates in Purdy, MO
Purdy (1,103 people, Barry County) is served by 3 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 Purdy
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Empire District Electric Co. | Investor-owned utility | 14.70¢ | $154 | 144K | 167 |
| Ozark Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 16.18¢ | $186 | 32K | — |
| New-Mac Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 13.90¢ | $187 | 20K | — |
Power outages in Barry County right now
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Outage history in Barry County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 1,861 | 1,112 |
| Days with outages | 58 | 67 |
| Most customers out at once | 9,428 (62.6%) | 4,132 (27.4%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-26 | 2025-04-29 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (1,861 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Monett 14.7¢
- Pierce City 14.7¢
- Cassville 14.7¢
- Aurora 14.7¢
- Granby 14.7¢
- Crane 14.7¢
- Marionville 14.7¢
- Shell Knob 16.0¢
- Sarcoxie 14.7¢
- Mount Vernon 14.7¢
ZIP codes: 65734
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Purdy?
Most homes in Purdy 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 Purdy: Ozark Electric Co-op (16.18¢), New-Mac Electric Co-op (13.90¢).
What is the average electric bill in Purdy?
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 Purdy, MO?
3 utilities serve Purdy's ZIP codes: Empire District Electric Co., Ozark Electric Co-op, New-Mac Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Purdy?
In 2025, customers in Barry County averaged 18 hr 32 min without power. Outages hit 67 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-04-29, when 4,132 customers (27.4%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.