Electricity rates in International Falls, MN
International Falls (6,158 people, Koochiching County) is served by 5 electric utilities. Homes on Allete pay about 16.57¢/kWh, 2% more than the Minnesota average.
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Electric companies serving International Falls
| 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 |
| Beltrami Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 15.85¢ | $183 | 21K | 118 |
| North Star Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 16.21¢ | $207 | 6,984 | 111 |
| North Itasca Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 19.90¢ | $155 | 5,665 | 789 |
Power outages in Koochiching County right now
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Outage history in Koochiching County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 113 | 109 |
| Days with outages | 10 | 23 |
| Most customers out at once | 4,815 (53%) | 2,529 (27.8%) |
| Worst day | 2024-06-17 | 2025-04-01 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (113 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 56649
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in International Falls?
Most homes in International Falls 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 International Falls: Lake Country Power (18.79¢), Beltrami Electric Co-op (15.85¢), North Star Electric Co-op (16.21¢).
What is the average electric bill in International Falls?
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 International Falls, MN?
5 utilities serve International Falls's ZIP codes: Allete, Lake Country Power, Beltrami Electric Co-op, North Star Electric Co-op, North Itasca Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in International Falls?
In 2025, customers in Koochiching County averaged 109 min without power. Outages hit 23 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-04-01, when 2,529 customers (27.8%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.