Electricity rates in Aurora, MN
Aurora (1,666 people, St. Louis County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Allete pay about 16.57¢/kWh, 2% more than the Minnesota average.
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Electric companies serving Aurora
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allete | Investor-owned utility | 16.57¢ | $112 | 127K | 143 |
| Lake Country Power | Electric cooperative | 18.79¢ | $164 | 47K | 415 |
Power outages in St. Louis County right now
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Outage history in St. Louis County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 239 | 211 |
| Days with outages | 60 | 53 |
| Most customers out at once | 7,794 (6.1%) | 7,769 (6.1%) |
| Worst day | 2024-04-09 | 2025-07-27 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (239 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Hoyt Lakes 16.6¢
- Gilbert 18.8¢
- Virginia 18.8¢
- Eveleth 16.6¢
- Parkville 18.8¢
- Mountain Iron 18.8¢
- Babbitt 18.8¢
- Chisholm 18.8¢
- Ely 16.6¢
- Hibbing 18.8¢
ZIP codes: 55705
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Aurora?
Most homes in Aurora get power from Allete, where residential customers pay an average of 16.57¢/kWh including all charges. The Minnesota average is 16.22¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Aurora: Lake Country Power (18.79¢).
What is the average electric bill in Aurora?
About $112 a month, based on 673 kWh a month (the average for Allete customers) at 16.57¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Aurora, MN?
2 utilities serve Aurora's ZIP codes: Allete, Lake Country Power. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Aurora?
In 2025, customers in St. Louis County averaged 3 hr 31 min without power. Outages hit 53 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-07-27, when 7,769 customers (6.1%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.