Electricity rates in Saint Charles, MO
Saint Charles (65,794 people, Saint Charles 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 Saint Charles
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Union Electric Co. | Investor-owned utility | 14.03¢ | $145 | 1.10M | 594 |
| Cuivre River Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 11.66¢ | $154 | 74K | 136 |
Power outages in Saint Charles County right now
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Outage history in Saint Charles County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 71 | 141 |
| Days with outages | 45 | 40 |
| Most customers out at once | 6,834 (3.8%) | 9,269 (5.1%) |
| Worst day | 2024-10-16 | 2025-02-21 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (71 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Bridgeton 14.0¢
- Maryland Heights 14.0¢
- Hazelwood 14.0¢
- Saint Ann 14.0¢
- Woodson Terrace 14.0¢
- Breckenridge Hills 14.0¢
- Saint Peters 14.0¢
- Berkeley 14.0¢
- Florissant 14.0¢
- Overland 14.0¢
ZIP codes: 63301, 63302, 63303, 63304
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Saint Charles?
Most homes in Saint Charles 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 Saint Charles: Cuivre River Electric Co-op (11.66¢).
What is the average electric bill in Saint Charles?
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 Saint Charles, MO?
2 utilities serve Saint Charles's ZIP codes: Union Electric Co., Cuivre River Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Saint Charles?
In 2025, customers in Saint Charles County averaged 2 hr 21 min without power. Outages hit 40 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-02-21, when 9,269 customers (5.1%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.