2026 Rankings

Highest Energy Costs ZIP Codes in Missouri — 2026

Last updated: October 15, 2026

1,161 ZIP codes ranked by Electricity Rate #1: ZIP 63005 (Chesterfield, MO) - 16.1 c/kWh

Out of 1,161 ZIP codes with data in Missouri, these are the highest-ranked areas for electricity rate. See also: National ZIP Codes with Highest Energy Costs | All Missouri Rankings

Statistic Value
ZIP codes ranked 1,161
Highest value 16.1 c/kWh
Median value 16.1 c/kWh
State Missouri

Top 100 Worst ZIP Codes

Rank ZIP Code City State Electricity Rate Safety Score
1 63005 Chesterfield MO 16.1 c/kWh 82/100
2 63010 Arnold MO 16.1 c/kWh 83/100
3 63011 Ballwin MO 16.1 c/kWh 83/100
4 63012 Barnhart MO 16.1 c/kWh 78/100
5 63013 Beaufort MO 16.1 c/kWh —
6 63014 Berger MO 16.1 c/kWh —
7 63015 Catawissa MO 16.1 c/kWh —
8 63016 Cedar Hill MO 16.1 c/kWh 80/100
9 63017 Chesterfield MO 16.1 c/kWh 83/100
10 63019 Crystal City MO 16.1 c/kWh 78/100
11 63020 De Soto MO 16.1 c/kWh 78/100
12 63021 Ballwin MO 16.1 c/kWh 81/100
13 63023 Dittmer MO 16.1 c/kWh —
14 63025 Eureka MO 16.1 c/kWh 81/100
15 63026 Fenton MO 16.1 c/kWh 81/100
16 63028 Festus MO 16.1 c/kWh 73/100
17 63030 Fletcher MO 16.1 c/kWh —
18 63031 Florissant MO 16.1 c/kWh 83/100
19 63033 Florissant MO 16.1 c/kWh 83/100
20 63034 Florissant MO 16.1 c/kWh 83/100
21 63036 French Village MO 16.1 c/kWh —
22 63037 Gerald MO 16.1 c/kWh —
23 63038 Glencoe MO 16.1 c/kWh 82/100
24 63039 Gray Summit MO 16.1 c/kWh —
25 63040 Grover MO 16.1 c/kWh 83/100
26 63041 Grubville MO 16.1 c/kWh —
27 63042 Hazelwood MO 16.1 c/kWh 83/100
28 63043 Maryland Heights MO 16.1 c/kWh 83/100
29 63044 Bridgeton MO 16.1 c/kWh 83/100
30 63048 Herculaneum MO 16.1 c/kWh 77/100
31 63049 High Ridge MO 16.1 c/kWh 76/100
32 63050 Hillsboro MO 16.1 c/kWh 78/100
33 63051 House Springs MO 16.1 c/kWh 80/100
34 63052 Imperial MO 16.1 c/kWh 81/100
35 63053 Kimmswick MO 16.1 c/kWh —
36 63055 Labadie MO 16.1 c/kWh —
37 63056 Leslie MO 16.1 c/kWh —
38 63060 Lonedell MO 16.1 c/kWh —
39 63061 Luebbering MO 16.1 c/kWh —
40 63068 New Haven MO 16.1 c/kWh —
41 63069 Pacific MO 16.1 c/kWh —
42 63070 Pevely MO 16.1 c/kWh 80/100
43 63071 Richwoods MO 16.1 c/kWh —
44 63072 Robertsville MO 16.1 c/kWh —
45 63073 Saint Albans MO 16.1 c/kWh —
46 63074 Saint Ann MO 16.1 c/kWh 83/100
47 63077 Saint Clair MO 16.1 c/kWh —
48 63079 Stanton MO 16.1 c/kWh —
49 63080 Sullivan MO 16.1 c/kWh —
50 63084 Union MO 16.1 c/kWh —
51 63087 Valles Mines MO 16.1 c/kWh —
52 63088 Valley Park MO 16.1 c/kWh 83/100
53 63089 Villa Ridge MO 16.1 c/kWh —
54 63090 Washington MO 16.1 c/kWh —
55 63091 Rosebud MO 16.1 c/kWh —
56 63101 Saint Louis MO 16.1 c/kWh 70/100
57 63102 Saint Louis MO 16.1 c/kWh 70/100
58 63103 Saint Louis MO 16.1 c/kWh 79/100
59 63104 Saint Louis MO 16.1 c/kWh 70/100
60 63105 Saint Louis MO 16.1 c/kWh 79/100
61 63106 Saint Louis MO 16.1 c/kWh 70/100
62 63107 Saint Louis MO 16.1 c/kWh 70/100
63 63108 Saint Louis MO 16.1 c/kWh 70/100
64 63109 Saint Louis MO 16.1 c/kWh 70/100
65 63110 Saint Louis MO 16.1 c/kWh 70/100
66 63111 Saint Louis MO 16.1 c/kWh 70/100
67 63112 Saint Louis MO 16.1 c/kWh 70/100
68 63113 Saint Louis MO 16.1 c/kWh 70/100
69 63114 Saint Louis MO 16.1 c/kWh 83/100
70 63115 Saint Louis MO 16.1 c/kWh 70/100
71 63116 Saint Louis MO 16.1 c/kWh 70/100
72 63117 Saint Louis MO 16.1 c/kWh 79/100
73 63118 Saint Louis MO 16.1 c/kWh 70/100
74 63119 Saint Louis MO 16.1 c/kWh 79/100
75 63120 Saint Louis MO 16.1 c/kWh 79/100
76 63121 Saint Louis MO 16.1 c/kWh 79/100
77 63122 Saint Louis MO 16.1 c/kWh 83/100
78 63123 Saint Louis MO 16.1 c/kWh 79/100
79 63124 Saint Louis MO 16.1 c/kWh 83/100
80 63125 Saint Louis MO 16.1 c/kWh 79/100
81 63126 Saint Louis MO 16.1 c/kWh 83/100
82 63127 Saint Louis MO 16.1 c/kWh 83/100
83 63128 Saint Louis MO 16.1 c/kWh 83/100
84 63129 Saint Louis MO 16.1 c/kWh 83/100
85 63130 Saint Louis MO 16.1 c/kWh 79/100
86 63131 Saint Louis MO 16.1 c/kWh 83/100
87 63132 Saint Louis MO 16.1 c/kWh 83/100
88 63133 Saint Louis MO 16.1 c/kWh 79/100
89 63134 Saint Louis MO 16.1 c/kWh 83/100
90 63135 Saint Louis MO 16.1 c/kWh 83/100

Methodology

Energy cost rankings use EIA residential electricity rate data by utility service area, mapped to ZIP codes. Rates are in cents per kilowatt-hour (c/kWh). The national average is approximately 16-17 c/kWh. High energy costs combined with older housing stock indicate significant homeowner burden.

Data sources: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS), FEMA National Flood Insurance Program, EPA radon zone maps, EIA electricity rates, and Consumer Confidence Reports. Last updated: 2026-10-15.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why are energy costs included in home safety?

Energy burden is a key factor in home affordability and livability. ZIP codes with high electricity rates and older housing stock face compounding costs: higher bills, more expensive repairs, and greater risk of deferred maintenance that leads to safety hazards.

How can homeowners reduce energy costs?

Federal and state rebates are available for insulation, heat pumps, weatherization, and solar panels. The Inflation Reduction Act provides up to $14,000 in home energy rebates. Check energystar.gov/rebates for eligibility.

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