What is the average electricity rate in Jefferson City, Missouri?

The average residential electricity rate in Jefferson City is approximately 12.31¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $121 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Jefferson City?

Natural gas customers in Jefferson City pay an average of $85 per month. The rate is approximately $1.65/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Jefferson City, Missouri?

Electricity in Jefferson City is distributed by Union Electric Co and Co-Mo Electric Coop Inc. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.

Which gas company serves Jefferson City?

Jefferson City natural gas service is provided by Spire (formerly Laclede Gas/Missouri Gas Energy) and CenterPoint Energy Missouri (Vectren). Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.

How do Jefferson City electricity rates compare to Missouri averages?

Jefferson City's electricity rate of 12.31¢/kWh is below the Missouri state average of 13.68¢/kWh. This can reflect a municipal utility or favorable regional generation mix.

How do I start or stop utility service in Jefferson City?

To start electric service in Jefferson City, contact Union Electric Co and Co-Mo Electric Coop Inc. For gas service, contact Spire (formerly Laclede Gas/Missouri Gas Energy) and CenterPoint Energy Missouri (Vectren). 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.

Jefferson City, Missouri Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in Jefferson City, Missouri

Jefferson City is served by Union Electric Co and Co-Mo Electric Coop Inc. Utilities covering Cole County report an average residential electricity rate of 12.31¢/kWh — below the Missouri state average of 13.68¢/kWh — and a typical monthly electric bill of $121. Natural gas in Jefferson City is distributed by Spire (formerly Laclede Gas/Missouri Gas Energy).

Compared to the Missouri state average of 13.68¢/kWh/kWh, Jefferson City's electricity rate of 12.31¢/kWh is 1.37¢ below the Missouri average. As Missouri has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Jefferson City

Union Electric Co
Co-Mo Electric Coop Inc
Three Rivers Electric Coop

Natural Gas Utility in Jefferson City

Spire (formerly Laclede Gas/Missouri Gas Energy)
CenterPoint Energy Missouri (Vectren)

Jefferson City vs Missouri Energy Rates

Metric	Jefferson City	Missouri Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	12.31¢	13.68¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.65	$1.65	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$121	$111	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$85	$85	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Jefferson City Residents

As a Missouri city, Jefferson City residents can access the following state and local assistance programs:

✅ Missouri LIHEAP
✅ Missouri Weatherization Assistance
✅ Ameren Missouri EnergyEfficiency
✅ Missouri Energy Initiative

Energy-Saving Tips for Jefferson City 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 Jefferson City, Missouri

The average residential electricity rate in Jefferson City is approximately 12.31¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $121 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Jefferson City pay an average of $85 per month. The rate is approximately $1.65/therm per therm.
Electricity in Jefferson City is distributed by Union Electric Co and Co-Mo Electric Coop Inc. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Jefferson City natural gas service is provided by Spire (formerly Laclede Gas/Missouri Gas Energy) and CenterPoint Energy Missouri (Vectren). Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.
Jefferson City's electricity rate of 12.31¢/kWh is below the Missouri state average of 13.68¢/kWh. This can reflect a municipal utility or favorable regional generation mix.
To start electric service in Jefferson City, contact Union Electric Co and Co-Mo Electric Coop Inc. For gas service, contact Spire (formerly Laclede Gas/Missouri Gas Energy) and CenterPoint Energy Missouri (Vectren). 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.