Electricity rates in Bayard, NE
Bayard (1,148 people, Morrill County) is served by High West Energy. Homes on High West Energy pay about 15.42¢/kWh, 20% more than the Nebraska average.
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Electric companies serving Bayard
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High West Energy | Electric cooperative | 15.42¢ | $136 | 1,775 | — |
Power outages in Morrill County right now
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Outage history in Morrill County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 66 | 15 |
| Days with outages | 6 | 1 |
| Most customers out at once | 222 (5.9%) | 125 (3.3%) |
| Worst day | 2024-11-09 | 2025-11-16 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (66 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Bridgeport 15.4¢
- Gering 15.4¢
- Terrytown 12.8¢
- Scottsbluff 12.8¢
- Mitchell 12.8¢
- Alliance 12.8¢
- Kimball 15.4¢
- Sidney 15.4¢
- Chadron 12.8¢
- Gordon 12.8¢
ZIP codes: 69334
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Bayard?
Most homes in Bayard get power from High West Energy, where residential customers pay an average of 15.42¢/kWh including all charges. The Nebraska average is 12.86¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢.
What is the average electric bill in Bayard?
About $136 a month, based on 882 kWh a month (the average for High West Energy customers) at 15.42¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Bayard, NE?
High West Energy serves Bayard.
How often does the power go out in Bayard?
In 2025, customers in Morrill County averaged 15 min without power. Outages hit 1 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-11-16, when 125 customers (3.3%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.