Electricity rates in Jackson, MN
Jackson (3,234 people, Jackson 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 Jackson
| 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 Jackson County right now
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Outage history in Jackson County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 0 | 1 |
| Days with outages | 0 | 0 |
| Most customers out at once | 0 (0%) | 24 (0.5%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-22 | 2025-08-15 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (0 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Lakefield 13.1¢
- Sherburn 13.1¢
- Windom 13.1¢
- Mountain Lake 13.1¢
- Fairmont 13.1¢
- Worthington 13.1¢
- Saint James 15.9¢
- Truman 16.5¢
- Fulda 13.1¢
- Madelia 16.5¢
ZIP codes: 56143
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Jackson?
Most homes in Jackson 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 Jackson: South Central Electric Association (15.90¢).
What is the average electric bill in Jackson?
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 Jackson, MN?
2 utilities serve Jackson'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 Jackson?
In 2025, customers in Jackson County averaged 1 min without power. Outages hit 0 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-08-15, when 24 customers (0.5%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.