Electricity rates in Shell Knob, MO
Shell Knob (1,379 people, Barry County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on White River Valley El Co-op pay about 16.00¢/kWh, 15% more than the Missouri average.
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Electric companies serving Shell Knob
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| White River Valley El Co-op | Electric cooperative | 16.00¢ | $170 | 39K | — |
| Carroll Electric Co-op Corp. | Electric cooperative | 14.41¢ | $132 | 12K | 129 |
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
- Kimberling City 16.0¢
- Cassville 14.7¢
- Crane 14.7¢
- Purdy 14.7¢
- Branson 14.7¢
- Hollister 14.7¢
- Aurora 14.7¢
- Marionville 14.7¢
- Monett 14.7¢
- Merriam Woods 14.7¢
ZIP codes: 65747
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Shell Knob?
Most homes in Shell Knob get power from White River Valley El Co-op, where residential customers pay an average of 16.00¢/kWh including all charges. The Missouri average is 13.95¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Shell Knob: Carroll Electric Co-op Corp. (14.41¢).
What is the average electric bill in Shell Knob?
About $170 a month, based on 1,061 kWh a month (the average for White River Valley El Co-op customers) at 16.00¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Shell Knob, MO?
2 utilities serve Shell Knob's ZIP codes: White River Valley El Co-op, Carroll Electric Co-op Corp.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Shell Knob?
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.