Boone County, MO: Electric Rates, Bills & Providers

Boone County, Missouri Electricity Rates & Statistics

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Boone County, Missouri Electricity Overview

Boone County is the 8th largest county by population in the state, with 187,690 citizens residing within the county's borders.

With 4,178.55 megawatt hours of electricity generated from coal, Boone County is 225th in the country out of 3230 for total megawatt hours generated from coal.

Boone County produces 4,178.55 megawatt hours from coal per year. That is 0.02 megawatt hours per person in the county and makes Boone County the 11th highest ranked county out of 115 counties in the state for electricity generation from coal per capita.

Boone County generates 0.12 megawatt hours per capita a year from solar energy sources, giving the county a ranking of 691st out of 3230 counties in the US.

Natural gas accounts for 69.23% of the electricity generation in Boone County, giving it a rank of 8th in Missouri out of 115 counties for total natural gas generation.

Boone County consumers have an average monthly residential electric bill of $127.61, which is 3.66% lower than the Missouri average bill of $132.46.

ENERGY CONSUMPTION

  • Total Consumption

    2,356,019 MWh

  • Consumption per Capita

    12.55 MWh

ENERGY PRODUCTION

  • Total Production

    268,466 MWh

  • Production from Renewable Energy

    78,411 MWh

  • Production from Non-Renewable Energy

    190,055 MWh

  • Production per Capita

    1.43 MWh

EMISSIONS

  • CO2 Emissions

    1,524,040,690 kg

  • CO2 Emissions per Capita

    8,119.99 kg

Columbia, MO Electricity Overview

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On average, Columbia's residential electricity price is 11.94 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 6.37% lower than the state's average price of 12.76 cents. This makes the city 184th out of 1086 cities in Missouri for best average electricity rate. There is a deficiency of 1,368,416.19 megawatt hours in the city due to the fact that residents are consuming 558.14% more electricity than the city generates. The average monthly residential electricity bill for a customer in the city is $118.56 per month, while the state average is $132.46.

Columbia's fuel of choice is Natural Gas, with 75.81% of electricity generation using this fuel source. Combined with Wood/Wood Waste Solids (16.41%) and Landfill Gas (6.07%), these three fuel types account for 240,981.15 megawatt hours (or 98.29%) city's electricity production. The city has 4 electricity producing plants, which is the 2nd highest out of any city in Missouri. Columbia is the 5th highest ranked city in the state out of 1086 when it comes to total pollution due to electricity consumption, with the city emitting 1,034,512,522.97 kilograms of CO2 emissions. This total equates to 8,047.86 kilograms of CO2 emissions per citizen, ranking the city 1060th highest in the state for emissions per capita from electricity use.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Columbia

Columbia residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in August.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.163/kWh$0.077/kWh$212.59/mo.$64.55/mo.
184th11.94¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Columbia
8th$118.56Average residential monthly electricity bill for Columbia Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Columbia, Missouri

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Ameren MissouriBUNDLED12.25124.0613,111,612.911,606,537,020
Boone Electric CooperativeBUNDLED11.65132.09448,65652,258,000
Columbia MO UtilitiesBUNDLED11.9399.2164,402450,62353,774,000

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Ashland, MO Electricity Overview

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On average, Ashland's residential electricity price is 11.95 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 6.32% lower than the state's average price of 12.76 cents. This makes the city 185th out of 1086 cities in Missouri for best average electricity rate. Ameren Missouri is the largest vendor in the city based on megawatt hours sold. The average residential electricity bill for a citizen in the city is $128.07 per month.

Ashland is the 151st worst ranked city in Missouri out of 1086 when it comes to total emissions from electricity consumption, with the city emitting 39,989,812.99 kilograms of CO2 emissions a year. A better measurement of pollution is the CO2 levels per capita, which is 8,544.83 kilograms of CO2 emissions per person per year. This calculation ranks Ashland as the 23rd highest polluting city in the state. Since there is no electricity production occurring within the city limits, electricity providers who service Ashland must source the megawatt hours they need each year.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Ashland

Ashland residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in August.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.163/kWh$0.077/kWh$212.59/mo.$64.55/mo.
185th11.95¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Ashland
216th$128.07Average residential monthly electricity bill for Ashland Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Ashland, Missouri

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Ameren MissouriBUNDLED12.25124.0613,111,612.911,606,537,020
Boone Electric CooperativeBUNDLED11.65132.09448,65652,258,000

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Centralia, MO Electricity Overview

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On average, Centralia's residential electricity price is 12.00 cents per kilowatt hour, which is 5.95% lower than the state's average price of 12.76 cents. This makes the city 195th out of 1086 cities in Missouri for best average electricity rate. Centralia, Missouri Electric Utility is the largest vendor in the city based on megawatt hours sold. The average residential electricity bill for a citizen in the city is $129.43 per month.

Centralia is the 158th worst ranked city in Missouri out of 1086 when it comes to total emissions from electricity consumption, with the city emitting 38,716,633.04 kilograms of CO2 emissions a year. A better measurement of pollution is the CO2 levels per capita, which is 8,544.83 kilograms of CO2 emissions per person per year. This calculation ranks Centralia as the 410th highest polluting city in the state. Since there is no electricity production occurring within the city limits, electricity providers who service Centralia must source the megawatt hours they need each year.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Centralia

Centralia residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in August.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.163/kWh$0.077/kWh$212.59/mo.$64.55/mo.
195th12.00¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Centralia
258th$129.43Average residential monthly electricity bill for Centralia Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Centralia, Missouri

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Ameren MissouriBUNDLED12.25124.0613,111,612.911,606,537,020
Boone Electric CooperativeBUNDLED11.65132.09448,65652,258,000
Centralia, Missouri Electric UtilityBUNDLED12.47121.325,052.043,123,621.32
Consolidated Electric Mexico, MissouriBUNDLED10.96152.05126,53413,870,300

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Electricity Production in Boone County, Missouri

Power Plants in Boone County, Missouri

PlantCity/CountyStatePrimary Fuel TypeProduction (MWh)Emission (kg)Emissions per MWhToxic Chemical ReleaseClosing Date
MU Combined Heat and Power PlantCurators of the University of Missouri (100.00%)
Columbia MO Natural Gas 180,770.7960,142,958.46332.7
Columbia Energy CenterColumbia MO Utilities (100.00%)
Columbia MO Natural Gas 46,34130,641,354.1661.21
Truman SolarTruman Solar, LLC (100.00%)
Boone County MO Solar 23,293
Columbia (MO)Columbia MO Utilities (100.00%)Shelter Insurance Companies (0.00%)
Columbia MO Landfill Gas 18,06112,225,778.42676.92

Boone County, Missouri Details

Power Plant Fuel Types, Emissions & Pollution Factors

Boone County's fuel of choice is Natural Gas, with 69.23% of electricity generation using this fuel source. Combined with Wood/Wood Waste Solids (14.98%) and Solar (8.68%), these three fuel types account for 249,382.12 megawatt hours (or 92.89%) county's electricity production. The county has 4 electricity producing plants, which is 559th most in the nation. Approximately 1,524,040,690.25 kilograms of CO2 emissions are emitted in Boone County from electricity use. A better measurement of pollution is the CO2 levels per citizen in the county, which amounts to 8,119.99 kilograms of CO2 emissions per person per year. Using this calculation Boone County is the 596th highest polluting county in the United States.

NATURAL GAS
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
Natural Gas
69.23%
WOOD/WOOD WASTE SOLIDS
Wood/Wood Waste Solids
Wood/Wood Waste Solids
14.98%
SOLAR
Solar
8.68%
LANDFILL GAS
Landfill Gas
5.55%
COAL
Coal
1.56%
OTHER
Other
0.00%

Boone County, Missouri Net Metering

Out of the 6 suppliers in Boone County, 6 of them have made it a point to offer net metering to their consumers. Regulations put in place at the state level are commendable for consumers interested in installing solar or other alternative electricity generation sources.

Energy Loss

The average energy loss for providers in Boone County is 3.88%. This includes data from 5 suppliers, including Columbia MO Utilities, Ameren Missouri, and Boone Electric Cooperative. With a state average energy loss of 3.23%, Boone County is ranked as the 43rd best county in the state for energy loss efficiency.

Providers In Each City in Boone County:

  • Ashland, Missouri:
    • Boone Electric Cooperative: 50.00%
    • Ameren Missouri: 50.00%
  • Centralia, Missouri:
    • Boone Electric Cooperative: 15.47%
    • Centralia, Missouri Electric Utility: 33.06%
    • Consolidated Electric Mexico, Missouri: 18.00%
    • Ameren Missouri: 33.47%
  • Columbia, Missouri:
    • Ameren Missouri: 33.52%
    • Columbia MO Utilities: 32.95%
    • Boone Electric Cooperative: 33.52%
  • Hallsville, Missouri:
    • Boone Electric Cooperative: 50.00%
    • Ameren Missouri: 50.00%
  • Harrisburg, Missouri:
    • Boone Electric Cooperative: 100.00%
  • Hartsburg, Missouri:
    • Boone Electric Cooperative: 50.00%
    • Ameren Missouri: 50.00%
  • Huntsdale, Missouri:
    • Ameren Missouri: 50.00%
    • Boone Electric Cooperative: 50.00%
  • Pierpont, Missouri:
    • Boone Electric Cooperative: 50.00%
    • Ameren Missouri: 50.00%
  • Rocheport, Missouri:
    • Ameren Missouri: 50.00%
    • Boone Electric Cooperative: 50.00%
  • Sturgeon, Missouri:
    • Boone Electric Cooperative: 50.00%
    • Ameren Missouri: 50.00%

* City coverage generated based on government data. Always verify you can get service from the provider.

FAQ

How many power plants are located within Boone County, Missouri?

Boone County, Missouri is home to 4 electricity plants producing electricity for the county and other surrounding areas.

Which electricity company is the largest supplier in Boone County, Missouri?

The largest electricity provider in Boone County, Missouri by megawatt hours sold is Columbia MO Utilities.

How many electric companies offer service in Boone County, Missouri?

Boone County, Missouri has 6 electricity companies offering service in the area.

Which electricity companies offer service in Boone County, Missouri?

Fernando García
Last Reviewed By: Fernando García
Published: 2024-03-29