Electricity rates in Baxter, MN
Baxter (7,934 people, Crow Wing 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 Baxter
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allete | Investor-owned utility | 16.57¢ | $112 | 127K | 143 |
| Crow Wing Cooperative Power & Light Comp | Electric cooperative | 14.66¢ | $126 | 45K | 130 |
Power outages in Crow Wing County right now
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Outage history in Crow Wing County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 149 | 182 |
| Days with outages | 38 | 38 |
| Most customers out at once | 5,359 (11%) | 4,562 (9.4%) |
| Worst day | 2024-06-13 | 2025-06-23 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (149 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Brainerd 16.6¢
- Lake Shore 16.6¢
- Nisswa 16.6¢
- Breezy Point 16.6¢
- Pequot Lakes 16.6¢
- Crosby 16.6¢
- Crosslake 14.7¢
- Staples 16.6¢
- Little Falls 16.6¢
- Pierz 16.6¢
ZIP codes: 56425
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Baxter?
Most homes in Baxter 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 Baxter: Crow Wing Cooperative Power & Light Comp (14.66¢).
What is the average electric bill in Baxter?
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 Baxter, MN?
2 utilities serve Baxter's ZIP codes: Allete, Crow Wing Cooperative Power & Light Comp. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Baxter?
In 2025, customers in Crow Wing County averaged 3 hr 2 min without power. Outages hit 38 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-23, when 4,562 customers (9.4%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.