Average Electric Bill in Lincoln, NE
What a typical household in Lincoln pays per month, the kWh rate behind it, and how it compares — with the data basis stated on the page.
A typical household in Lincoln pays about $87.70/month for electricity at roughly 10.86¢/kWh. Basis: Lincoln Electric System, 2024 annual average (EIA-861).
Bill trend (state level)
Average residential bill in Nebraska over 12 months — the rate environment Lincoln households pay into.
Where this number comes from
No black box: the utility behind the estimate, or the state fallback.
| Data basis | Lincoln Electric System, 2024 annual average (EIA-861) |
|---|---|
| Utility | Lincoln Electric System · 134,912 residential customers |
| State context | Nebraska: $129.08/mo average bill |
| Population | ≈ 291,000 (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 Lincoln?
Expect roughly $87.70 per month for a typical household in Lincoln — based on Lincoln Electric System annual data (2024), so your bill varies with home size, weather, and usage.
How much is electricity per kWh in Lincoln?
About 10.86¢ per kWh (Lincoln Electric System, 2024 annual). Ratepayers in Lincoln pay the utility rate; check your bill for the exact per-kWh breakdown of supply and delivery.
Are bills in Lincoln higher or lower than the Nebraska average?
Lincoln Electric System averages $87.70 — below the state average of $129.08.
Sources: EIA-861 2024 (Lincoln Electric System) · EIA residential retail-sales series (Nebraska) · Census 2020 population. See methodology.