Electricity rates in Rush City, MN
Rush City (3,072 people, Chisago County) is served by East Central Energy. Homes on East Central Energy pay about 17.91¢/kWh, 10% more than the Minnesota average.
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Electric companies serving Rush City
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Central Energy | Electric cooperative | 17.91¢ | $154 | 56K | 97 |
Power outages in Chisago County right now
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Outage history in Chisago County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 373 | 307 |
| Days with outages | 61 | 47 |
| Most customers out at once | 11,215 (47.6%) | 3,515 (14.9%) |
| Worst day | 2024-08-27 | 2025-05-15 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (373 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Rock Creek 17.9¢
- Harris 17.1¢
- Pine City 17.9¢
- Braham 17.9¢
- North Branch 17.1¢
- Cambridge 15.1¢
- Isanti 17.1¢
- Stacy 17.1¢
- Mora 17.9¢
- Lindstrom 17.1¢
ZIP codes: 55069
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Rush City?
Most homes in Rush City get power from East Central Energy, where residential customers pay an average of 17.91¢/kWh including all charges. The Minnesota average is 16.22¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢.
What is the average electric bill in Rush City?
About $153 a month, based on 857 kWh a month (the average for East Central Energy customers) at 17.91¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Rush City, MN?
East Central Energy serves Rush City.
How often does the power go out in Rush City?
In 2025, customers in Chisago County averaged 5 hr 7 min without power. Outages hit 47 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-05-15, when 3,515 customers (14.9%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.