Electricity rates in Ponca City, OK
Ponca City (24,758 people, Kay County) is served by 4 electric utilities. Homes on City of Ponca City pay about 13.07¢/kWh, 5% less than the Oklahoma average.
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Electric companies serving Ponca City
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City of Ponca City | Municipal utility | 13.07¢ | $116 | 14K | 144 |
| Oklahoma Gas & Electric Co. | Investor-owned utility | 12.47¢ | $130 | 716K | 237 |
| Indian Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 14.00¢ | $183 | 15K | 102 |
| Kay Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 15.48¢ | $157 | 4,389 | — |
Power outages in Kay County right now
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Outage history in Kay County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 47 | 61 |
| Days with outages | 15 | 16 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,750 (4.7%) | 1,846 (5%) |
| Worst day | 2024-06-05 | 2025-06-18 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (47 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 74601, 74602, 74604
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Ponca City?
Most homes in Ponca City get power from City of Ponca City, where residential customers pay an average of 13.07¢/kWh including all charges. The Oklahoma average is 13.70¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Ponca City: Oklahoma Gas & Electric Co. (12.47¢), Indian Electric Co-op (14.00¢), Kay Electric Co-op (15.48¢).
What is the average electric bill in Ponca City?
About $116 a month, based on 885 kWh a month (the average for City of Ponca City customers) at 13.07¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Ponca City, OK?
4 utilities serve Ponca City's ZIP codes: City of Ponca City, Oklahoma Gas & Electric Co., Indian Electric Co-op, Kay Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Ponca City?
In 2025, customers in Kay County averaged 61 min without power. Outages hit 16 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-18, when 1,846 customers (5%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.