Electricity rates in Hillsborough, NE
Hillsborough (7,290 people, Douglas County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Nebraska Public Power District pay about 12.83¢/kWh, 0% less than the Nebraska average.
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Electric companies serving Hillsborough
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nebraska Public Power District | Public power district | 12.83¢ | $122 | 74K | 195 |
| Omaha Public Power District | Public power district | 13.86¢ | $126 | 369K | 558 |
Power outages in Douglas County right now
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Outage history in Douglas County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 1,892 | 443 |
| Days with outages | 79 | 55 |
| Most customers out at once | 157,876 (60.3%) | 58,485 (22.3%) |
| Worst day | 2024-08-01 | 2025-03-19 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (1,892 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 68116, 68154, 68164
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Hillsborough?
Most homes in Hillsborough get power from Nebraska Public Power District, where residential customers pay an average of 12.83¢/kWh including all charges. The Nebraska average is 12.86¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Hillsborough: Omaha Public Power District (13.86¢).
What is the average electric bill in Hillsborough?
About $122 a month, based on 954 kWh a month (the average for Nebraska Public Power District customers) at 12.83¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Hillsborough, NE?
2 utilities serve Hillsborough's ZIP codes: Nebraska Public Power District, Omaha Public Power District. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Hillsborough?
In 2025, customers in Douglas County averaged 7 hr 23 min without power. Outages hit 55 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-03-19, when 58,485 customers (22.3%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.