Electricity rates in Madelia, MN
Madelia (2,250 people, Watonwan County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on BENCO Electric Cooperative pay about 16.54¢/kWh, 2% more than the Minnesota average.
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Electric companies serving Madelia
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BENCO Electric Cooperative | Electric cooperative | 16.54¢ | $162 | 19K | 82 |
| South Central Electric Association | Electric cooperative | 15.90¢ | $222 | 4,657 | 125 |
Power outages in Watonwan County right now
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Outage history in Watonwan County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 37 | 0 |
| Days with outages | 3 | 0 |
| Most customers out at once | 278 (6.5%) | 1 (0%) |
| Worst day | 2024-09-03 | 2025-03-22 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (37 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Lake Crystal 17.1¢
- Saint James 15.9¢
- Truman 16.5¢
- New Ulm 17.1¢
- Nicollet 17.1¢
- North Mankato 17.1¢
- Mankato 17.1¢
- Sleepy Eye 17.1¢
- Winnebago 16.5¢
- Mapleton 17.1¢
ZIP codes: 56062
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Madelia?
Most homes in Madelia get power from BENCO Electric Cooperative, where residential customers pay an average of 16.54¢/kWh including all charges. The Minnesota average is 16.22¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Madelia: South Central Electric Association (15.90¢).
What is the average electric bill in Madelia?
About $162 a month, based on 978 kWh a month (the average for BENCO Electric Cooperative customers) at 16.54¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Madelia, MN?
2 utilities serve Madelia's ZIP codes: BENCO Electric Cooperative, South Central Electric Association. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Madelia?
In 2025, customers in Watonwan County averaged 0 min without power. Outages hit 0 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-03-22, when 1 customers (0%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.