Electricity rates in Omaha, NE
Omaha (486,051 people, Douglas County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Omaha Public Power District pay about 13.86¢/kWh, 8% more than the Nebraska average.
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Electric companies serving Omaha
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Omaha Public Power District | Public power district | 13.86¢ | $126 | 369K | 558 |
| Nebraska Public Power District | Public power district | 12.83¢ | $122 | 74K | 195 |
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
- Ralston 13.9¢
- La Vista 13.9¢
- Bellevue 12.8¢
- Papillion 12.8¢
- Offutt Air Force Base 12.8¢
- Hillsborough 12.8¢
- Chalco 12.8¢
- Bennington 12.8¢
- Springfield 12.8¢
- Plattsmouth 12.8¢
ZIP codes: 68101, 68102, 68103, 68104, 68105, 68106, 68107, 68108, 68109, 68110, 68111, 68112, 68114, 68116, 68117, 68118, 68119, 68120, 68122, 68124, 68127, 68130, 68131, 68132, 68134, 68135, 68136, 68137, 68138, 68139, 68142, 68144, 68145, 68152, 68154, 68155, 68157, 68164, 68172, 68175
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Omaha?
Most homes in Omaha get power from Omaha Public Power District, where residential customers pay an average of 13.86¢/kWh including all charges. The Nebraska average is 12.86¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Omaha: Nebraska Public Power District (12.83¢).
What is the average electric bill in Omaha?
About $126 a month, based on 909 kWh a month (the average for Omaha Public Power District customers) at 13.86¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Omaha, NE?
2 utilities serve Omaha's ZIP codes: Omaha Public Power District, Nebraska Public Power District. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Omaha?
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.