Electricity rates in Park Rapids, MN
Park Rapids (3,947 people, Hubbard County) is served by 3 electric utilities. Homes on Allete pay about 16.57¢/kWh, 2% more than the Minnesota average.
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Electric companies serving Park Rapids
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allete | Investor-owned utility | 16.57¢ | $112 | 127K | 143 |
| Beltrami Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 15.85¢ | $183 | 21K | 118 |
| Itasca-Mantrap Co-op Electrical Association | Electric cooperative | 13.43¢ | $130 | 11K | 196 |
Power outages in Hubbard County right now
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Outage history in Hubbard County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 91 | 270 |
| Days with outages | 26 | 22 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,588 (9.5%) | 3,580 (21.5%) |
| Worst day | 2024-12-27 | 2025-06-21 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (91 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Menahga 16.6¢
- New York Mills 11.8¢
- Frazee 11.8¢
- Perham 11.8¢
- Wadena 16.6¢
- Detroit Lakes 11.8¢
- Bemidji 15.8¢
- Staples 16.6¢
- Pequot Lakes 16.6¢
- Bagley 15.8¢
ZIP codes: 56470
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Park Rapids?
Most homes in Park Rapids 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 Park Rapids: Beltrami Electric Co-op (15.85¢), Itasca-Mantrap Co-op Electrical Association (13.43¢).
What is the average electric bill in Park Rapids?
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 Park Rapids, MN?
3 utilities serve Park Rapids's ZIP codes: Allete, Beltrami Electric Co-op, Itasca-Mantrap Co-op Electrical Association. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Park Rapids?
In 2025, customers in Hubbard County averaged 4 hr 30 min without power. Outages hit 22 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-21, when 3,580 customers (21.5%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.