Electricity rates in Bemidji, MN
Bemidji (14,594 people, Beltrami County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Beltrami Electric Co-op pay about 15.85¢/kWh, 2% less than the Minnesota average.
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Electric companies serving Bemidji
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beltrami Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 15.85¢ | $183 | 21K | 118 |
| Otter Tail Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 11.76¢ | $106 | 50K | 557 |
Power outages in Beltrami County right now
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Outage history in Beltrami County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 230 | 1,977 |
| Days with outages | 53 | 46 |
| Most customers out at once | 9,217 (31.7%) | 22,983 (79.1%) |
| Worst day | 2024-06-06 | 2025-06-21 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (230 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Bagley 15.8¢
- Redby 15.8¢
- Red Lake 15.8¢
- Little Rock 15.8¢
- Park Rapids 16.6¢
- Fosston 11.8¢
- Menahga 16.6¢
- Mahnomen 11.8¢
- Cohasset 16.6¢
- Detroit Lakes 11.8¢
ZIP codes: 56601, 56619
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Bemidji?
Most homes in Bemidji get power from Beltrami Electric Co-op, where residential customers pay an average of 15.85¢/kWh including all charges. The Minnesota average is 16.22¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Bemidji: Otter Tail Power Co. (11.76¢).
What is the average electric bill in Bemidji?
About $183 a month, based on 1,157 kWh a month (the average for Beltrami Electric Co-op customers) at 15.85¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Bemidji, MN?
2 utilities serve Bemidji's ZIP codes: Beltrami Electric Co-op, Otter Tail Power Co.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Bemidji?
In 2025, customers in Beltrami County averaged 32 hr 57 min without power. Outages hit 46 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-21, when 22,983 customers (79.1%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.