This area is served by 13 utility providers across 5 categories. The average residential electricity rate here is 12.3¢/kWh. 17.8% of households use bottled/lp gas as their primary heating fuel.
Utility rates in ZIP 63446 vs. US average
Typical monthly utility bills in ZIP 63446
Figures from U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates, reflecting households that pay utilities separately from rent. In dense urban areas where heat or hot water is often included in rent, these numbers represent the subset of residents who pay directly.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I set up utilities when moving to 63446?
Contact each provider separately before your move-in date. Start with electric (Macon Electric Coop) and gas (Liberty Utilities Natural Gas, (623) 935-9367) since those typically need a few business days to activate. Water and sewer are often handled with one call to your local utility. Set up internet last since it may require an installation visit.
How do utility rates in 63446 compare to the national average?
Residential electricity in Knox City, MO averages 12.3¢/kWh, about 25% below the US average of 16.5¢/kWh and 5% below the Missouri state average of 12.9¢/kWh. Natural gas in Missouri averages $16.86/Mcf, about 16% above the national average. Actual monthly bills vary by home size, insulation, and season. Local rates from NREL; state and US averages from EIA Form 861 (2024); natural gas prices from EIA Form 176 (2024).
Is electricity expensive in 63446?
No — electricity in Knox City, MO costs about 25% less than the national average. Compared to Missouri overall, rates here are about 5% lower. Local rates from NREL (2023); state and US averages from EIA (2024).
What internet providers are available in 63446?
Knox City, MO has strong broadband coverage. Providers include AT&T (Fixed Wireless up to 10 Mbps), Brightspeed (DSL), Mark Twain Communications Company (Fiber / Fixed Wireless / DSL up to 5,000 Mbps), Mark Twain Rural Telephone Company (Fiber up to 1,000 Mbps), T-Mobile (Fixed Wireless up to 25 Mbps). Availability varies by street address. Based on FCC Broadband Data Collection filings.
What county is 63446 in?
ZIP code 63446 is in Knox County, Missouri.
Disclaimer: Provider information is sourced from federal databases including HIFLD, EPA SDWIS, FCC Broadband Data, and EIA-861. Utility cost estimates are from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Local electric rates are based on 2023 NREL Utility Rate Database data; state and US averages are from EIA Form 861 (2024). Coverage areas are approximate and may not reflect recent changes. Please verify directly with your provider.
Data sources: U.S. Census Bureau, NREL, EIA-861, HIFLD, EPA, FCC. Last updated: May 2026.