Electricity rates in Madison, MN
Madison (1,462 people, Lac qui Parle County) is served by 3 electric utilities. Homes on Otter Tail Power Co. pay about 11.76¢/kWh, 27% less than the Minnesota average.
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Electric companies serving Madison
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Otter Tail Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 11.76¢ | $106 | 50K | 557 |
| Minnesota Valley Co-op L&P Association | Electric cooperative | 13.56¢ | $292 | 4,946 | 125 |
| Agralite Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 14.08¢ | $196 | 4,348 | 255 |
Power outages in Lac qui Parle County right now
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Outage history in Lac qui Parle County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 111 | 158 |
| Days with outages | 10 | 7 |
| Most customers out at once | 377 (20%) | 355 (18.9%) |
| Worst day | 2024-03-17 | 2025-09-20 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (111 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Dawson 11.8¢
- Appleton 11.8¢
- Canby 11.8¢
- Ortonville 11.8¢
- Montevideo 17.1¢
- Minneota 11.8¢
- Granite Falls 17.1¢
- Benson 11.8¢
- Cottonwood 17.1¢
- Clara City 17.1¢
ZIP codes: 56256
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Madison?
Most homes in Madison get power from Otter Tail Power Co., where residential customers pay an average of 11.76¢/kWh including all charges. The Minnesota average is 16.22¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Madison: Minnesota Valley Co-op L&P Association (13.56¢), Agralite Electric Co-op (14.08¢).
What is the average electric bill in Madison?
About $106 a month, based on 904 kWh a month (the average for Otter Tail Power Co. customers) at 11.76¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Madison, MN?
3 utilities serve Madison's ZIP codes: Otter Tail Power Co., Minnesota Valley Co-op L&P Association, Agralite Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Madison?
In 2025, customers in Lac qui Parle County averaged 2 hr 38 min without power. Outages hit 7 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-09-20, when 355 customers (18.9%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.