Electricity rates in Esko, MN
Esko (1,869 people, Carlton 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 Esko
| 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 Carlton County right now
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Outage history in Carlton County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 223 | 240 |
| Days with outages | 49 | 41 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,662 (7.4%) | 5,728 (25.5%) |
| Worst day | 2024-02-21 | 2025-09-19 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (223 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Carlton 16.6¢
- Cloquet 16.6¢
- Proctor 16.6¢
- Hermantown 16.6¢
- Duluth 16.6¢
- Arnold 16.6¢
- Moose Lake 16.6¢
- Two Harbors 16.6¢
- Sandstone 16.6¢
- Eveleth 16.6¢
ZIP codes: 55733
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Esko?
Most homes in Esko 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 Esko: Lake Country Power (18.79¢).
What is the average electric bill in Esko?
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 Esko, MN?
2 utilities serve Esko's ZIP codes: Allete, Lake Country Power. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Esko?
In 2025, customers in Carlton County averaged 3 hr 60 min without power. Outages hit 41 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-09-19, when 5,728 customers (25.5%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.