Average Electric Bill in Independence, MO

What a typical household in Independence pays per month, the kWh rate behind it, and how it compares — with the data basis stated on the page.

Data through June 2026 EIA, verified Oct 11, 2026

A typical household in Independence pays about $132.43/month for electricity at roughly 15.74¢/kWh. Basis: City of Independence - (MO), 2024 annual average (EIA-861).

Avg bill$132.43/mo≈ $1,589.13/yr Rate15.74¢/kWh State usage1,108 kWh/moMissouri average US context$164.05/mostates median

Bill trend (state level)

Average residential bill in Missouri over 12 months — the rate environment Independence households pay into.

Missouri average bill (12 months) ▼ 20.5% over Jul 25–Jun 26
Missouri average bill (12 months) $104 $165 $226 $180 Jul 25 Jun 26

Where this number comes from

No black box: the utility behind the estimate, or the state fallback.

Data basisCity of Independence - (MO), 2024 annual average (EIA-861)
UtilityCity of Independence - (MO) · 53,832 residential customers
State contextMissouri: $179.64/mo average bill
Population≈ 122,845 (2020 Census, approx.)

Your actual bill depends on home size, heating/cooling, and usage — the averages here are the benchmark, not your invoice.

Common questions

What is the average electric bill in Independence?

Expect roughly $132.43 per month for a typical household in Independence — based on City of Independence - (MO) annual data (2024), so your bill varies with home size, weather, and usage.

How much is electricity per kWh in Independence?

About 15.74¢ per kWh (City of Independence - (MO), 2024 annual). Ratepayers in Independence pay the utility rate; check your bill for the exact per-kWh breakdown of supply and delivery.

Are bills in Independence higher or lower than the Missouri average?

City of Independence - (MO) averages $132.43 — below the state average of $179.64.

Sources: EIA-861 2024 (City of Independence - (MO)) · EIA residential retail-sales series (Missouri) · Census 2020 population. See methodology.