Electricity rates in McCook, NE
McCook (7,580 people, Red Willow County) is served by Southwest Public Power Dist. Homes on Southwest Public Power Dist pay about 10.98¢/kWh, 15% less than the Nebraska average.
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Electric companies serving McCook
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Public Power Dist | Public power district | 10.98¢ | $145 | 2,178 | 80 |
Power outages in Red Willow County right now
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Outage history in Red Willow County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 18 | 6 |
| Days with outages | 5 | 0 |
| Most customers out at once | 4,546 (50.6%) | 46 (0.5%) |
| Worst day | 2024-11-19 | 2025-06-13 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (18 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Cambridge 13.1¢
- Arapahoe 13.1¢
- Gothenburg 11.8¢
- Cozad 11.8¢
- Imperial 13.1¢
- Lexington 11.8¢
- North Platte 11.8¢
- Alma 9.4¢
- Holdrege 9.4¢
- Sutherland 11.8¢
ZIP codes: 69001
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in McCook?
Most homes in McCook get power from Southwest Public Power Dist, where residential customers pay an average of 10.98¢/kWh including all charges. The Nebraska average is 12.86¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢.
What is the average electric bill in McCook?
About $145 a month, based on 1,321 kWh a month (the average for Southwest Public Power Dist customers) at 10.98¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in McCook, NE?
Southwest Public Power Dist serves McCook.
How often does the power go out in McCook?
In 2025, customers in Red Willow County averaged 6 min without power. Outages hit 0 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-13, when 46 customers (0.5%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.