Electricity rates in Saint James, MN
Saint James (4,605 people, Watonwan County) is served by South Central Electric Association. Homes on South Central Electric Association pay about 15.90¢/kWh, 2% less than the Minnesota average.
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Electric companies serving Saint James
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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
- Madelia 16.5¢
- Truman 16.5¢
- Mountain Lake 13.1¢
- Lake Crystal 17.1¢
- Sleepy Eye 17.1¢
- Sherburn 13.1¢
- New Ulm 17.1¢
- Fairmont 13.1¢
- Springfield 17.1¢
- Windom 13.1¢
ZIP codes: 56081
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Saint James?
Most homes in Saint James get power from South Central Electric Association, where residential customers pay an average of 15.90¢/kWh including all charges. The Minnesota average is 16.22¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢.
What is the average electric bill in Saint James?
About $222 a month, based on 1,396 kWh a month (the average for South Central Electric Association customers) at 15.90¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Saint James, MN?
South Central Electric Association serves Saint James.
How often does the power go out in Saint James?
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.