Electricity rates in Fairmont, MN
Fairmont (10,221 people, Martin County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Federated Rural Electric Association pay about 13.13¢/kWh, 19% less than the Minnesota average.
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Electric companies serving Fairmont
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Federated Rural Electric Association | Electric cooperative | 13.13¢ | $164 | 5,733 | 116 |
| South Central Electric Association | Electric cooperative | 15.90¢ | $222 | 4,657 | 125 |
Power outages in Martin County right now
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Outage history in Martin County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 0 | 0 |
| Days with outages | 0 | 0 |
| Most customers out at once | 0 (0%) | 1 (0%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-22 | 2025-03-26 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (0 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Truman 16.5¢
- Sherburn 13.1¢
- Winnebago 16.5¢
- Blue Earth 16.5¢
- Saint James 15.9¢
- Jackson 13.1¢
- Madelia 16.5¢
- Mountain Lake 13.1¢
- Mapleton 17.1¢
- Lake Crystal 17.1¢
ZIP codes: 56031
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Fairmont?
Most homes in Fairmont get power from Federated Rural Electric Association, where residential customers pay an average of 13.13¢/kWh including all charges. The Minnesota average is 16.22¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Fairmont: South Central Electric Association (15.90¢).
What is the average electric bill in Fairmont?
About $164 a month, based on 1,248 kWh a month (the average for Federated Rural Electric Association customers) at 13.13¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Fairmont, MN?
2 utilities serve Fairmont's ZIP codes: Federated Rural Electric Association, South Central Electric Association. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Fairmont?
In 2025, customers in Martin County averaged 0 min without power. Outages hit 0 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-03-26, when 1 customers (0%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.