Electricity rates in Friend, NE
Friend (1,013 people, Saline County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Norris Public Power District pay about 9.75¢/kWh, 24% less than the Nebraska average.
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Electric companies serving Friend
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Norris Public Power District | Public power district | 9.75¢ | $151 | 19K | 2,541 |
| Perennial Public Power Dist | Public power district | 10.49¢ | $166 | 4,147 | 2,100 |
Power outages in Saline County right now
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Outage history in Saline County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 217 | 1,967 |
| Days with outages | 25 | 33 |
| Most customers out at once | 835 (18.9%) | 2,753 (62.5%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-04 | 2025-03-19 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (217 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 68359
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Friend?
Most homes in Friend get power from Norris Public Power District, where residential customers pay an average of 9.75¢/kWh including all charges. The Nebraska average is 12.86¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Friend: Perennial Public Power Dist (10.49¢).
What is the average electric bill in Friend?
About $151 a month, based on 1,550 kWh a month (the average for Norris Public Power District customers) at 9.75¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Friend, NE?
2 utilities serve Friend's ZIP codes: Norris Public Power District, Perennial Public Power Dist. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Friend?
In 2025, customers in Saline County averaged 32 hr 47 min without power. Outages hit 33 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-03-19, when 2,753 customers (62.5%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.