Electricity rates in South Saint Paul, MN
South Saint Paul (20,160 people, Dakota County) is served by Northern States Power Co - Minnesota. Homes on Northern States Power Co - Minnesota pay about 17.09¢/kWh, 5% more than the Minnesota average.
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Electric companies serving South Saint Paul
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northern States Power Co - Minnesota | Investor-owned utility | 17.09¢ | $105 | 1.24M | 226 |
Power outages in Dakota County right now
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Outage history in Dakota County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 111 | 112 |
| Days with outages | 40 | 41 |
| Most customers out at once | 7,421 (3.8%) | 11,695 (6%) |
| Worst day | 2024-08-29 | 2025-07-29 |
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
- Newport 17.1¢
- Inver Grove Heights 17.1¢
- West Saint Paul 17.1¢
- Saint Paul Park 17.1¢
- Woodbury 17.1¢
- Saint Paul 17.1¢
- Maplewood 17.1¢
- Mendota Heights 17.1¢
- Oakdale 17.1¢
- Cottage Grove 17.1¢
ZIP codes: 55075
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in South Saint Paul?
Most homes in South Saint Paul get power from Northern States Power Co - Minnesota, where residential customers pay an average of 17.09¢/kWh including all charges. The Minnesota average is 16.22¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢.
What is the average electric bill in South Saint Paul?
About $105 a month, based on 615 kWh a month (the average for Northern States Power Co - Minnesota customers) at 17.09¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in South Saint Paul, MN?
Northern States Power Co - Minnesota serves South Saint Paul.
How often does the power go out in South Saint Paul?
In 2025, customers in Dakota County averaged 112 min without power. Outages hit 41 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-07-29, when 11,695 customers (6%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.