Electricity rates in Rich Hill, MO
Rich Hill (1,336 people, Bates County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Evergy Missouri West pay about 12.29¢/kWh, 12% less than the Missouri average.
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Electric companies serving Rich Hill
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Evergy Missouri West | Investor-owned utility | 12.29¢ | $122 | 309K | 184 |
| Osage Valley Electric Co-op Association | Electric cooperative | 15.31¢ | $198 | 17K | 379 |
Power outages in Bates County right now
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Outage history in Bates County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 606 | 657 |
| Days with outages | 35 | 30 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,204 (28.5%) | 1,690 (40%) |
| Worst day | 2024-03-16 | 2025-01-05 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (606 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Butler 12.3¢
- Nevada 12.3¢
- Appleton City 12.3¢
- Adrian 12.3¢
- El Dorado Springs 12.3¢
- Archie 12.3¢
- Garden City 12.3¢
- Clinton 12.3¢
- Harrisonville 12.3¢
- Stockton 12.3¢
ZIP codes: 64779
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Rich Hill?
Most homes in Rich Hill get power from Evergy Missouri West, where residential customers pay an average of 12.29¢/kWh including all charges. The Missouri average is 13.95¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Rich Hill: Osage Valley Electric Co-op Association (15.31¢).
What is the average electric bill in Rich Hill?
About $122 a month, based on 996 kWh a month (the average for Evergy Missouri West customers) at 12.29¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Rich Hill, MO?
2 utilities serve Rich Hill's ZIP codes: Evergy Missouri West, Osage Valley Electric Co-op Association. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Rich Hill?
In 2025, customers in Bates County averaged 10 hr 57 min without power. Outages hit 30 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-01-05, when 1,690 customers (40%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.