Electricity rates in Nowata, OK
Nowata (3,743 people, Nowata County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Public Service Co of Oklahoma pay about 15.69¢/kWh, 15% more than the Oklahoma average.
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Electric companies serving Nowata
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Public Service Co of Oklahoma | Investor-owned utility | 15.69¢ | $160 | 506K | 200 |
| Verdigris Valley Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 12.79¢ | $177 | 36K | 578 |
Power outages in Nowata County right now
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Outage history in Nowata County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 543 | 554 |
| Days with outages | 28 | 34 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,559 (58.2%) | 1,433 (53.5%) |
| Worst day | 2024-06-30 | 2025-01-15 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (543 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Chelsea 15.7¢
- Dewey 15.7¢
- Oologah 15.7¢
- Bushyhead 15.7¢
- Bartlesville 15.7¢
- Collinsville 15.7¢
- Claremore 15.7¢
- Vinita 15.7¢
- Justice 15.7¢
- Skiatook 15.7¢
ZIP codes: 74048
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Nowata?
Most homes in Nowata get power from Public Service Co of Oklahoma, where residential customers pay an average of 15.69¢/kWh including all charges. The Oklahoma average is 13.70¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Nowata: Verdigris Valley Electric Co-op (12.79¢).
What is the average electric bill in Nowata?
About $160 a month, based on 1,020 kWh a month (the average for Public Service Co of Oklahoma customers) at 15.69¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Nowata, OK?
2 utilities serve Nowata's ZIP codes: Public Service Co of Oklahoma, Verdigris Valley Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Nowata?
In 2025, customers in Nowata County averaged 9 hr 14 min without power. Outages hit 34 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-01-15, when 1,433 customers (53.5%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.