Lincoln Electric System residential customers paid an average of 10.86¢/kWh in 2024 —
5% below the Nebraska average of 11.42¢/kWh (EIA-861).
It served 134,912 residential customers across 1 NE county.
Territories are fixed by address, but the cheapest nearby utility, Norris Public Power District (9.61¢), works out about $135/yr less at 10,800 kWh/yr.
How Lincoln Electric System compares with the utilities next door
| Utility | 2024 ¢/kWh | Customers | Δ vs Lincoln Electric System, ¢/kWh | $/yr difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Norris Public Power District | 9.61 | 18,387 | -1.25 | -$135 |
| Nebraska Public Power District | 10.63 | 73,650 | -0.23 | -$25 |
| Lincoln Electric System (this page) | 10.86 | 134,912 | — | — |
| Omaha Public Power District | 12.36 | 362,918 | +1.50 | +$162 |
3 bundled utilities (≥5,000 customers) share at least one county with Lincoln Electric System. Positive $/yr = that utility's customers pay more than Lincoln Electric System customers at the same usage. Territories are fixed by address — these gaps measure cost differences between areas, not options you can pick between.
Where Lincoln Electric System customers pay more (county benchmark)
| County | Cheapest utility in county | Their ¢/kWh | Lincoln Electric System premium, $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lancaster | Norris Public Power District | 9.61 | +$135 |
Multiple utilities in one county means adjoining territories, not household choice — you cannot switch wires companies.
Rate trend and size
| Metric | 2023 | 2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average price, ¢/kWh | 10.22 | 10.86 | +6.2% |
| Residential customers | 132,338 | 134,912 | +1.9% |
Ownership: Municipal. Statewide context: Nebraska electricity rates.
Supply vs delivery on a Lincoln Electric System bill
Nebraska is a regulated retail market — Lincoln Electric System customers cannot choose a different supplier; rates are set in utility-commission proceedings. Official information: psc.nebraska.gov.
Counties served (NE, EIA-861 2024)
Lancaster
Head-to-head comparisons
- Omaha Public Power District vs Lincoln Electric System
- Lincoln Electric System vs Nebraska Public Power District
Questions people ask
- Is Lincoln Electric System more expensive than other Nebraska utilities?
- Lincoln Electric System customers paid an average 10.86 cents/kWh in 2024 — 5% below the Nebraska volume-weighted average of 11.42 cents (EIA-861, bundled residential service).
- Can I switch away from Lincoln Electric System?
- No — distribution territory is fixed by address and Nebraska has no residential supplier shopping. Rate changes go through the state utility commission (psc.nebraska.gov).
- How many customers does Lincoln Electric System have?
- 134,912 residential customers in Nebraska in 2024, per its EIA-861 federal filing. Ownership type: municipal.
About these numbers. Rates shown are averages computed from federal regulatory filings (EIA Form 861)
and public tariff databases — confirm with your utility before making decisions; your actual rate depends on your tariff,
usage, and riders. Distribution utility is determined by address and generally cannot be chosen; in retail-choice states
you may choose your supplier for the supply portion of the bill. Savings figures use 10,800 kWh/yr
(US average residential usage) and are estimates, not quotes. EnergySavings is an independent data project by CertiHomes
and is not affiliated with any utility, supplier, or government agency.