Proposed Electric Rates - FY26

Providing reliable and affordable electricity is a priority for City of Columbia Utilities. The Electric Utility is proposing a 2% increase on electric rates for Fiscal Year 2026. The proposed increase is based on the current Consumer Price Index. The projected $2.8 million in increased revenue would help the Electric Utility cover increased operation and maintenance expenses, maintain cash reserve levels; and ensure adequate debt coverage.

Bill breakdown

The Electric Utility is proposing a 2% increase in the customer charge and cost per kWh rates. The residential customer charge will go from $22 per month to $22.44 per month. Usage rates are dependent on the customer’s rate class.

For a full breakdown of electric rates, please refer to our website at CoMo.gov/utilities/utility-rates. Customers can monitor their usage by signing up at MyUtilityBill.CoMo.gov.

Read more to see a breakdown of these different charges and how the proposed changes will impact customers. Explanation of charges

Assistance for customers

City of Columbia Utilities customers who need utility payment assistance can contact Utility Customer Service for more information. Phone: 573.874.7380 or email: UCS@CoMo.gov. Conservation and assistance programs

Electric Utility customers are invited to provide input on the proposed rate increase at the Aug. 18 City Council meeting. The meeting starts at 7 p.m. at City Hall, 701 East Broadway.

If approved, the new electric rate structure would go into effect October 1, the first day of the new fiscal year (FY26) .

Members of the public may attend any open meeting. For requests for accommodations related to disability, please call 573.874.CITY (2489) or email City@CoMo.gov. In order to assist staff in making the appropriate arrangements for your accommodation, please make your request as far in advance of the posted meeting date as possible.