Electricity rates in Apple Valley, MN
Apple Valley (51,221 people, Dakota County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Northern States Power Co - Minnesota pay about 17.09¢/kWh, 5% more than the Minnesota average.
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Electric companies serving Apple Valley
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northern States Power Co - Minnesota | Investor-owned utility | 17.09¢ | $105 | 1.24M | 226 |
| Dakota Electric Association | Electric cooperative | 15.95¢ | $119 | 109K | 29 |
Power outages in Dakota County right now
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Outage history in Dakota County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 111 | 112 |
| Days with outages | 40 | 41 |
| Most customers out at once | 7,421 (3.8%) | 11,695 (6%) |
| Worst day | 2024-08-29 | 2025-07-29 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (111 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Burnsville 17.1¢
- Rosemount 17.1¢
- Eagan 17.1¢
- Lakeville 17.1¢
- Savage 17.1¢
- Farmington 17.1¢
- Bloomington 17.1¢
- Prior Lake 17.1¢
- Richfield 17.1¢
- Mendota Heights 17.1¢
ZIP codes: 55122, 55124, 55306
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Apple Valley?
Most homes in Apple Valley get power from Northern States Power Co - Minnesota, where residential customers pay an average of 17.09¢/kWh including all charges. The Minnesota average is 16.22¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Apple Valley: Dakota Electric Association (15.95¢).
What is the average electric bill in Apple Valley?
About $105 a month, based on 615 kWh a month (the average for Northern States Power Co - Minnesota customers) at 17.09¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Apple Valley, MN?
2 utilities serve Apple Valley's ZIP codes: Northern States Power Co - Minnesota, Dakota Electric Association. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Apple Valley?
In 2025, customers in Dakota County averaged 112 min without power. Outages hit 41 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-07-29, when 11,695 customers (6%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.