What is the average electricity rate in Mount Vernon, Missouri?

The average residential electricity rate in Mount Vernon is approximately 13.27¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $108 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Mount Vernon?

Natural gas customers in Mount Vernon pay an average of $87 per month. The rate is approximately $1.68/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Mount Vernon, Missouri?

Electricity in Mount Vernon is distributed by Ameren Missouri and Evergy (Kansas City Power & Light). Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.

Which gas company serves Mount Vernon?

Mount Vernon 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 Mount Vernon electricity rates compare to Missouri averages?

Mount Vernon's electricity rate of 13.27¢/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 Mount Vernon?

To start electric service in Mount Vernon, contact Ameren Missouri and Evergy (Kansas City Power & Light). 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.

Mount Vernon, Missouri Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in Mount Vernon, Missouri

Mount Vernon residents in Missouri receive electric service through Ameren Missouri and natural gas distribution from Spire (formerly Laclede Gas/Missouri Gas Energy). Missouri's energy assistance programs, including LIHEAP and weatherization, are available to income-qualified Mount Vernon households.

Compared to the Missouri state average of 13.68¢/kWh/kWh, Mount Vernon's electricity rate of 13.27¢/kWh is 0.41¢ below the Missouri average. As Missouri has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Mount Vernon

Ameren Missouri
Evergy (Kansas City Power & Light)
Empire District Electric (Liberty Utilities)

Natural Gas Utility in Mount Vernon

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

Mount Vernon vs Missouri Energy Rates

Metric	Mount Vernon	Missouri Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	13.27¢	13.68¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.68	$1.65	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$108	$111	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$87	$85	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Mount Vernon Residents

As a Missouri city, Mount Vernon 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 Mount Vernon 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 Mount Vernon, Missouri

The average residential electricity rate in Mount Vernon is approximately 13.27¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $108 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Mount Vernon pay an average of $87 per month. The rate is approximately $1.68/therm per therm.
Electricity in Mount Vernon is distributed by Ameren Missouri and Evergy (Kansas City Power & Light). Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Mount Vernon 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.
Mount Vernon's electricity rate of 13.27¢/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 Mount Vernon, contact Ameren Missouri and Evergy (Kansas City Power & Light). 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.