Electricity rates in Sparta, MO
Sparta (1,792 people, Christian 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 Sparta
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Empire District Electric Co. | Investor-owned utility | 14.70¢ | $154 | 144K | 167 |
| White River Valley El Co-op | Electric cooperative | 16.00¢ | $170 | 39K | — |
| Webster Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 10.71¢ | $151 | 19K | 103 |
Power outages in Christian County right now
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Outage history in Christian County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 621 | 1,138 |
| Days with outages | 59 | 60 |
| Most customers out at once | 4,084 (18.1%) | 9,741 (43.2%) |
| Worst day | 2024-07-05 | 2025-06-30 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (621 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Ozark 14.7¢
- Rogersville 14.7¢
- Nixa 14.7¢
- Battlefield 12.4¢
- Strafford 12.4¢
- Springfield 12.4¢
- Seymour 16.0¢
- Merriam Woods 14.7¢
- Clever 14.7¢
- Forsyth 14.7¢
ZIP codes: 65753
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Sparta?
Most homes in Sparta 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 Sparta: White River Valley El Co-op (16.00¢), Webster Electric Co-op (10.71¢).
What is the average electric bill in Sparta?
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 Sparta, MO?
3 utilities serve Sparta's ZIP codes: Empire District Electric Co., White River Valley El Co-op, Webster Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Sparta?
In 2025, customers in Christian County averaged 18 hr 58 min without power. Outages hit 60 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-30, when 9,741 customers (43.2%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.