What is the average electricity rate in Crete, Nebraska?

The average residential electricity rate in Crete is approximately 14.00¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $110 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Crete?

Natural gas customers in Crete pay an average of $77 per month. The rate is approximately $0.98/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Crete, Nebraska?

Electricity in Crete is distributed by Nebraska Public Power District (NPPD) and Omaha Public Power District (OPPD). Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.

Which gas company serves Crete?

Crete natural gas service is provided by Black Hills Energy and CenterPoint Energy Nebraska. Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.

How do Crete electricity rates compare to Nebraska averages?

Crete's electricity rate of 14.00¢/kWh is above the Nebraska state average of 13.59¢/kWh. Urban areas often have higher distribution costs.

How do I start or stop utility service in Crete?

To start electric service in Crete, contact Nebraska Public Power District (NPPD) and Omaha Public Power District (OPPD). For gas service, contact Black Hills Energy and CenterPoint Energy Nebraska. You'll typically need a photo ID, your new address, and a move-in date. Service can usually be established within 1-3 business days.

Crete, Nebraska Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in Crete, Nebraska

Crete residents in Nebraska receive electric service through Nebraska Public Power District (NPPD) and natural gas distribution from Black Hills Energy. Nebraska's energy assistance programs, including LIHEAP and weatherization, are available to income-qualified Crete households.

Compared to the Nebraska state average of 13.59¢/kWh/kWh, Crete's electricity rate of 14.00¢/kWh is 0.41¢ above the Nebraska average. As Nebraska has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Crete

Nebraska Public Power District (NPPD)
Omaha Public Power District (OPPD)
Lincoln Electric System (LES)
Midwest Energy

Natural Gas Utility in Crete

Black Hills Energy
CenterPoint Energy Nebraska

Crete vs Nebraska Energy Rates

Metric	Crete	Nebraska Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	14.00¢	13.59¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$0.98	$1.01	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$110	$107	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$77	$79	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Crete Residents

As a Nebraska city, Crete residents can access the following state and local assistance programs:

✅ Nebraska LIHEAP
✅ Nebraska Energy Assistance Program
✅ Nebraska Weatherization
✅ OPPD Energy Efficiency Programs

Energy-Saving Tips for Crete Residents

✓ Winterize your pipes and insulate your water heater for cold months.
✓ Install a programmable thermostat and set heating schedules around your work day.
✓ Check that your furnace filter is replaced monthly during peak heating season.
✓ Add weatherstripping to exterior doors — a common source of heat loss in older Midwest homes.
✓ Consider shopping for a competitive electricity supplier in deregulated Ohio, Illinois markets.

FAQ — Gas & Electricity in Crete, Nebraska

The average residential electricity rate in Crete is approximately 14.00¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $110 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Crete pay an average of $77 per month. The rate is approximately $0.98/therm per therm.
Electricity in Crete is distributed by Nebraska Public Power District (NPPD) and Omaha Public Power District (OPPD). Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Crete natural gas service is provided by Black Hills Energy and CenterPoint Energy Nebraska. Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.
Crete's electricity rate of 14.00¢/kWh is above the Nebraska state average of 13.59¢/kWh. Urban areas often have higher distribution costs.
To start electric service in Crete, contact Nebraska Public Power District (NPPD) and Omaha Public Power District (OPPD). For gas service, contact Black Hills Energy and CenterPoint Energy Nebraska. You'll typically need a photo ID, your new address, and a move-in date. Service can usually be established within 1-3 business days.