Electricity rates in Gering, NE
Gering (8,334 people, Scotts Bluff 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 Gering
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High West Energy | Electric cooperative | 15.42¢ | $136 | 1,775 | — |
Power outages in Scotts Bluff County right now
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Outage history in Scotts Bluff County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 75 | 28 |
| Days with outages | 15 | 18 |
| Most customers out at once | 2,221 (10.2%) | 922 (4.2%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-16 | 2025-05-19 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (75 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Terrytown 12.8¢
- Scottsbluff 12.8¢
- Mitchell 12.8¢
- Bayard 15.4¢
- Bridgeport 15.4¢
- Kimball 15.4¢
- Alliance 12.8¢
- Sidney 15.4¢
- Chadron 12.8¢
- Gordon 12.8¢
ZIP codes: 69341
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Gering?
Most homes in Gering 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 Gering?
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 Gering, NE?
High West Energy serves Gering.
How often does the power go out in Gering?
In 2025, customers in Scotts Bluff County averaged 28 min without power. Outages hit 18 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-05-19, when 922 customers (4.2%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.