Electricity rates in 68978 — Superior, NE
Homes in ZIP 68978 pay about 9.5¢ per kWh (South Central Public Pwr Dist, 2024 average). The Nebraska average is 13.5¢ and the U.S. average 18.2¢ (Aug 2026).
What a month of electricity costs
Monthly cost at the average price of 9.5¢ per kWh. Real bills add or subtract fixed charges, tiers, time-of-use and fuel adjustments.
Where ZIP 68978 is
Outlined: ZIP code area · scroll or pinch to zoomUtilities serving 68978
| Utility | Home price | Avg. bill | Customers in NE |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Central Public Pwr Dist Political Subdivision | 9.5¢ 2024 | $130 | 3,777 |
| City of Superior (NE) Municipal · serves Nuckolls County | 7.8¢ 2024 | $210 | 1,315 |
| City of Nelson (NE) Municipal · serves Nuckolls County | 12.1¢ 2024 | $138 | 329 |
Utilities are matched to this ZIP code by NREL’s ZIP–utility table and the EIA service-territory list for Nuckolls County; county matches may serve only part of the area. Prices are each utility’s average residential revenue per kWh.
Nebraska price trend
Hover or tap the chart for exact monthly values. Source: EIA-861M (monthly, latest months preliminary); forecast: EIA Short-Term Energy Outlook (October 2026) for the West North Central region, which includes Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota.
Averages, not a quote. Prices here are what each utility’s residential customers paid on average (revenue ÷ kWh sold, fixed charges included), as reported to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. Your own rate depends on your plan, season and usage — check your bill or your utility’s tariff.
Questions about 68978
How much does electricity cost in 68978?
About 9.5¢ per kWh for homes (South Central Public Pwr Dist, 2024 average, EIA). At 900 kWh a month that is roughly $86.
Who is the electric utility for 68978?
South Central Public Pwr Dist, with about 3,777 residential customers in Nebraska; 2 other utilities also serve parts of the area.
Is electricity in NE getting more expensive?
The Nebraska residential average was 13.5¢ per kWh in August 2026, up 5.8% from a year earlier; the U.S. average was 18.2¢.