What this tracks
This dataset shows the average financial assistance received by households in Missouri cities through energy aid programs.
Why it matters to you
If you’re struggling to pay utility bills in Missouri, this data tells you whether your city’s residents typically qualify for meaningful assistance — and how much help to expect. A small business owner might use this to gauge whether customers in their area likely have disposable income after covering basic utilities. Seeing Adrian residents receive $670 on average could prompt you to apply before winter.
How to read this data
geocoded_city_name — Your city (e.g., “Adrian”), confirming where the benefits were distributed.
average_benefit_received — The typical annual amount per household (e.g., “$670.76”), helping you budget for energy costs.
benefit_recipient_count — How many households received aid (e.g., “34”), indicating program reach in your community.
Where this leaves you
This dataset doesn’t let you look anything up by your address, but it’s still a window into how the state operates. Read it to understand the scope of the program and what the official records contain; the city or state’s own interactive map (linked on this page) shows the locations involved.