Electricity rates in Commerce, OK
Commerce (2,483 people, Ottawa County) is served by Empire District Electric Co.. Homes on Empire District Electric Co. pay about 15.67¢/kWh, 14% more than the Oklahoma average.
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Electric companies serving Commerce
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Empire District Electric Co. | Investor-owned utility | 15.67¢ | $168 | 3,951 | 200 |
Power outages in Ottawa County right now
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Outage history in Ottawa County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 543 | 122 |
| Days with outages | 38 | 41 |
| Most customers out at once | 5,100 (25.8%) | 1,812 (9.2%) |
| Worst day | 2024-08-17 | 2025-01-20 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (543 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 74339
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Commerce?
Most homes in Commerce get power from Empire District Electric Co., where residential customers pay an average of 15.67¢/kWh including all charges. The Oklahoma average is 13.70¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢.
What is the average electric bill in Commerce?
About $168 a month, based on 1,071 kWh a month (the average for Empire District Electric Co. customers) at 15.67¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Commerce, OK?
Empire District Electric Co. serves Commerce.
How often does the power go out in Commerce?
In 2025, customers in Ottawa County averaged 2 hr 2 min without power. Outages hit 41 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-01-20, when 1,812 customers (9.2%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.