Electricity rates in Plainview, NE
Plainview (1,221 people, Pierce County) is served by 3 electric utilities. Homes on Northeast Power pay about 9.97¢/kWh, 22% less than the Nebraska average.
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Electric companies serving Plainview
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northeast Power | Public power district | 9.97¢ | $142 | 6,860 | — |
| Elkhorn Rural Public Power Dist | Public power district | 9.68¢ | $144 | 6,178 | 132 |
| Cedar-Knox Public Power Dist | Public power district | 9.40¢ | $130 | 6,017 | — |
Power outages in Pierce County right now
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Outage history in Pierce County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 15 | 64 |
| Days with outages | 2 | 6 |
| Most customers out at once | 408 (12.8%) | 866 (27.1%) |
| Worst day | 2024-03-15 | 2025-05-08 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (15 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Creighton 9.4¢
- Pierce 10.0¢
- Neligh 9.7¢
- Battle Creek 9.7¢
- Norfolk 9.7¢
- Hartington 10.0¢
- Madison 11.8¢
- Stanton 10.0¢
- Wayne 10.0¢
- O'Neill 12.8¢
ZIP codes: 68769
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Plainview?
Most homes in Plainview get power from Northeast Power, where residential customers pay an average of 9.97¢/kWh including all charges. The Nebraska average is 12.86¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Plainview: Elkhorn Rural Public Power Dist (9.68¢), Cedar-Knox Public Power Dist (9.40¢).
What is the average electric bill in Plainview?
About $142 a month, based on 1,420 kWh a month (the average for Northeast Power customers) at 9.97¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Plainview, NE?
3 utilities serve Plainview's ZIP codes: Northeast Power, Elkhorn Rural Public Power Dist, Cedar-Knox Public Power Dist. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Plainview?
In 2025, customers in Pierce County averaged 64 min without power. Outages hit 6 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-05-08, when 866 customers (27.1%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.