What is the average electricity rate in Lincoln, Nebraska?

The average residential electricity rate in Lincoln is approximately 11.29¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $104 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Lincoln?

Natural gas customers in Lincoln pay an average of $79 per month. The rate is approximately $1.01/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Lincoln, Nebraska?

Electricity in Lincoln is distributed by Omaha Public Power District and Lincoln Electric System. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.

Which gas company serves Lincoln?

Lincoln 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 Lincoln electricity rates compare to Nebraska averages?

Lincoln's electricity rate of 11.29¢/kWh is below the Nebraska state average of 13.59¢/kWh. This can reflect a municipal utility or favorable regional generation mix.

How do I start or stop utility service in Lincoln?

To start electric service in Lincoln, contact Omaha Public Power District and Lincoln Electric System. 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.

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

Gas & Electricity in Lincoln, Nebraska

Lincoln is served by Omaha Public Power District and Lincoln Electric System. Utilities covering Lancaster County report an average residential electricity rate of 11.29¢/kWh — below the Nebraska state average of 13.59¢/kWh — and a typical monthly electric bill of $104. Natural gas in Lincoln is distributed by Black Hills Energy.

Compared to the Nebraska state average of 13.59¢/kWh/kWh, Lincoln's electricity rate of 11.29¢/kWh is 2.30¢ below the Nebraska average. As Nebraska has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Lincoln

Omaha Public Power District
Lincoln Electric System
Nebraska Public Power District

Natural Gas Utility in Lincoln

Black Hills Energy
CenterPoint Energy Nebraska

Lincoln vs Nebraska Energy Rates

Metric	Lincoln	Nebraska Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	11.29¢	13.59¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.01	$1.01	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$104	$107	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$79	$79	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Lincoln Residents

As a Nebraska city, Lincoln 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 Lincoln 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 Lincoln, Nebraska

The average residential electricity rate in Lincoln is approximately 11.29¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $104 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Lincoln pay an average of $79 per month. The rate is approximately $1.01/therm per therm.
Electricity in Lincoln is distributed by Omaha Public Power District and Lincoln Electric System. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Lincoln 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.
Lincoln's electricity rate of 11.29¢/kWh is below the Nebraska state average of 13.59¢/kWh. This can reflect a municipal utility or favorable regional generation mix.
To start electric service in Lincoln, contact Omaha Public Power District and Lincoln Electric System. 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.