Electricity rates in Benson, MN
Benson (3,240 people, Swift County) is served by 4 electric utilities. Homes on Otter Tail Power Co. pay about 11.76¢/kWh, 27% less than the Minnesota average.
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Electric companies serving Benson
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Otter Tail Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 11.76¢ | $106 | 50K | 557 |
| Runestone Electric Association | Electric cooperative | 15.12¢ | $180 | 14K | 135 |
| Minnesota Valley Co-op L&P Association | Electric cooperative | 13.56¢ | $292 | 4,946 | 125 |
| Agralite Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 14.08¢ | $196 | 4,348 | 255 |
Power outages in Swift County right now
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Outage history in Swift County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 26 | 70 |
| Days with outages | 6 | 10 |
| Most customers out at once | 391 (7.3%) | 1,224 (22.7%) |
| Worst day | 2024-06-18 | 2025-03-15 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (26 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Starbuck 17.1¢
- Appleton 11.8¢
- Morris 11.8¢
- Glenwood 17.1¢
- Montevideo 17.1¢
- Clara City 17.1¢
- Willmar 17.1¢
- New London 17.1¢
- Spicer 17.1¢
- Dawson 11.8¢
ZIP codes: 56215
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Benson?
Most homes in Benson get power from Otter Tail Power Co., where residential customers pay an average of 11.76¢/kWh including all charges. The Minnesota average is 16.22¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Benson: Runestone Electric Association (15.12¢), Minnesota Valley Co-op L&P Association (13.56¢), Agralite Electric Co-op (14.08¢).
What is the average electric bill in Benson?
About $106 a month, based on 904 kWh a month (the average for Otter Tail Power Co. customers) at 11.76¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Benson, MN?
4 utilities serve Benson's ZIP codes: Otter Tail Power Co., Runestone Electric Association, Minnesota Valley Co-op L&P Association, Agralite Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Benson?
In 2025, customers in Swift County averaged 70 min without power. Outages hit 10 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-03-15, when 1,224 customers (22.7%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.