Electricity rates in Lester Prairie, MN
Lester Prairie (1,686 people, McLeod County) is served by Northern States Power Co - Minnesota. Homes on Northern States Power Co - Minnesota pay about 17.09¢/kWh, 5% more than the Minnesota average.
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Electric companies serving Lester Prairie
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northern States Power Co - Minnesota | Investor-owned utility | 17.09¢ | $105 | 1.24M | 226 |
Power outages in McLeod County right now
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Outage history in McLeod County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 69 | 72 |
| Days with outages | 10 | 15 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,268 (7.7%) | 1,810 (10.9%) |
| Worst day | 2024-11-14 | 2025-06-13 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (69 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Winsted 17.1¢
- Mayer 17.1¢
- Glencoe 17.1¢
- Norwood Young America 17.1¢
- Watertown 17.1¢
- Howard Lake 17.1¢
- Waconia 17.1¢
- Waverly 17.1¢
- Montrose 17.1¢
- Saint Bonifacius 17.1¢
ZIP codes: 55354
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Lester Prairie?
Most homes in Lester Prairie get power from Northern States Power Co - Minnesota, where residential customers pay an average of 17.09¢/kWh including all charges. The Minnesota average is 16.22¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢.
What is the average electric bill in Lester Prairie?
About $105 a month, based on 615 kWh a month (the average for Northern States Power Co - Minnesota customers) at 17.09¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Lester Prairie, MN?
Northern States Power Co - Minnesota serves Lester Prairie.
How often does the power go out in Lester Prairie?
In 2025, customers in McLeod County averaged 72 min without power. Outages hit 15 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-13, when 1,810 customers (10.9%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.