Electricity rates in Cozad, NE
Cozad (3,863 people, Dawson County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Dawson Power District pay about 11.77¢/kWh, 8% less than the Nebraska average.
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Electric companies serving Cozad
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dawson Power District | Public power district | 11.77¢ | $154 | 16K | 157 |
| Custer Public Power District | Public power district | 13.64¢ | $182 | 4,707 | 2 |
Power outages in Dawson County right now
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Outage history in Dawson County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 22 | 4 |
| Days with outages | 4 | 1 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,068 (8.9%) | 61 (0.5%) |
| Worst day | 2024-06-18 | 2025-06-30 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (22 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Gothenburg 11.8¢
- Lexington 11.8¢
- Arapahoe 13.1¢
- Cambridge 13.1¢
- Broken Bow 13.6¢
- Holdrege 9.4¢
- North Platte 11.8¢
- Kearney 11.8¢
- McCook 11.0¢
- Ravenna 11.8¢
ZIP codes: 69130
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Cozad?
Most homes in Cozad get power from Dawson Power District, where residential customers pay an average of 11.77¢/kWh including all charges. The Nebraska average is 12.86¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Cozad: Custer Public Power District (13.64¢).
What is the average electric bill in Cozad?
About $154 a month, based on 1,308 kWh a month (the average for Dawson Power District customers) at 11.77¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Cozad, NE?
2 utilities serve Cozad's ZIP codes: Dawson Power District, Custer Public Power District. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Cozad?
In 2025, customers in Dawson County averaged 4 min without power. Outages hit 1 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-30, when 61 customers (0.5%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.