Electricity rates in Hinckley, MN
Hinckley (1,806 people, Pine County) is served by 3 electric utilities. Homes on Allete pay about 16.57¢/kWh, 2% more than the Minnesota average.
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Electric companies serving Hinckley
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allete | Investor-owned utility | 16.57¢ | $112 | 127K | 143 |
| East Central Energy | Electric cooperative | 17.91¢ | $154 | 56K | 97 |
| Northwestern Wisconsin Electric Co. | Investor-owned utility | 15.10¢ | $76 | 51 | — |
Power outages in Pine County right now
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Outage history in Pine County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 440 | 186 |
| Days with outages | 64 | 49 |
| Most customers out at once | 3,694 (22.5%) | 2,560 (15.6%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-11 | 2025-01-21 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (440 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Sandstone 16.6¢
- Pine City 17.9¢
- Rock Creek 17.9¢
- Mora 17.9¢
- Rush City 17.9¢
- Braham 17.9¢
- Harris 17.1¢
- Moose Lake 16.6¢
- Cambridge 15.1¢
- North Branch 17.1¢
ZIP codes: 55037
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Hinckley?
Most homes in Hinckley 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 Hinckley: East Central Energy (17.91¢), Northwestern Wisconsin Electric Co. (15.10¢).
What is the average electric bill in Hinckley?
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 Hinckley, MN?
3 utilities serve Hinckley's ZIP codes: Allete, East Central Energy, Northwestern Wisconsin Electric Co.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Hinckley?
In 2025, customers in Pine County averaged 3 hr 6 min without power. Outages hit 49 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-01-21, when 2,560 customers (15.6%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.