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Missouri Electricity Information

Missouri’s electricity generation has traditionally been dominated by coal, though natural gas and renewables like wind and solar are growing. While coal still provides the largest share of power, its decline has helped reduce emissions over time. Missouri’s electricity prices remain below the national average, thanks in part to its historically low-cost coal power. As the state continues to invest in cleaner energy sources, emissions are expected to drop further.

Electricity Production

Primary Source

Coal

Total Generation: 66,703,285 MWh
Ranks 22nd Highest in the U.S.
Average Price: 10.87¢ /kWh
Ranks 22nd Cheapest in the U.S.
Average Electric Bill: $144.64
Ranks 37th Cheapest in the U.S.

Electricity Production By Source

Emissions From Electricity Generation

Carbon Dioxide Emissions Rank

9th Highest

45,916 TMT

Sulfer Dioxide Emissions Rank

2nd Highest

72,798 tn

Nitrogen Oxide Emissions Rank

9th Highest

37,065 tn

Renewable Electricity Generation

Renewable Production Rank

28th Highest

7,734,552 MWh
11.6% of Total Production

Source U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) Based on data from 2023

Energy Usage in Missouri

Energy Usage Per Capita Rank

26th Lowest

Average Per Person: 281 million BTU

Electricity consumption in Missouri is shaped by its central U.S. location and humid continental climate, which brings hot summers and cold winters. Air conditioning demand spikes in the summer, while heating needs drive energy use in winter. Additionally, the state’s industrial sector contributes to overall consumption. Missouri ranks near the middle for per-capita energy usage, reflecting a balance between residential, commercial, and industrial demand.

Municipal Utilities in Missouri

While most cities, towns, and villages throughout the state of Missouri offer municipal essential services like providing clean water, sewage treatment and dealing with waste and storm water, some also offer other services like electricity, natural gas, sanitation or recycling. In Missouri, 88 cities offer municipal electricity utility services to their residents.

Largest Electric Companies in Missouri

The rest of Missouri receives electric utility service from one of many primary providers. Here’s a list of some of the larger providers that might be available to your home:

Missouri Natural Gas Information

Average Natural Gas Price

$1.889 /CCF

Ranks 36th Cheapest in the U.S.

Average Natural Gas Bill

$123 /month

Ranks 41st Cheapest in the U.S.

Natural Gas Usage Per Capita

45th Lowest

Average Per Person: 40.99 MCFs Annually

Largest Natural Gas Companies in Missouri

Many of the residents of Missouri receive their natural gas utility service from one of the larger companies that service the state.

Missouri Internet Connectivity

Broadband Availability

80.15%

Ranks 10th in the U.S.

Percent of Ppopulation with access to 100 Mbps download and 20 Mbps upload

1 Gig Availability

46.77%

Ranks 36th in the U.S.

Percent of population with access to download speeds of 1 Gbps

Fiber Availability

41.61%

Ranks 26th in the U.S.

Percent of population with access to Fiber Internet

Largest Internet Providers in Missouri

When it comes to high-speed internet, homes in Missouri have plenty of options to stay connected! From bustling cities to quiet rural areas, a variety of providers offer reliable service across the state. Here are some of the biggest names keeping Missouri homes online and in the loop:

Utility Costs in Missouri

The average monthly total utility bills in Missouri is $309.84, which is 11.79% higher than the national average.

Average Electric Bill

$145

Higher than national average

Average Natural Gas Bill

$123

Higher than national average

Average Water Bill

$42

Higher than national average

Missouri Deregulaton of Electric and Natural Gas

Missouri has not deregulated utilities in the state. Unlike some other states you probably only have one choice of provider for electricity and natural gas. Choose your city below to see a list of utility providers that offer service in your area.