Average Electricity Bill in Missouri
Estimated average electricity bills for Missouri based on the state's residential rate and a standard 900 kWh monthly usage.
Electricity rate
13.37 ¢/kWh
Est. monthly bill (900 kWh)
$120.33
Est. annual bill (10,800 kWh)
$1443.96
Comparison to U.S. Average
Missouri households pay approximately 23.9% less than the U.S. average.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the average electricity bill in Missouri?
- The average residential electricity rate in Missouri is 13.37 cents per kWh. At 900 kWh per month, that translates to an estimated monthly bill of $120.33 and an annual bill of about $1443.96.
- Why are electricity bills higher in some states?
- Electricity bills vary by state due to differences in generation mix, transmission costs, regulations, and local demand. States with higher renewable mandates or limited fossil fuel resources often have higher rates.
- How much electricity does a typical home use per month?
- The U.S. Energy Information Administration reports that the average U.S. residential customer uses about 899 kWh per month. We use 900 kWh as a standard assumption for bill estimates.
- How does Missouri compare to the U.S. average electricity bill?
- Missouri households pay approximately 23.9% less than the U.S. average when using 900 kWh per month.