Electricity rates in Staples, MN
Staples (2,885 people, Todd County) is served by Allete. Homes on Allete pay about 16.57¢/kWh, 2% more than the Minnesota average.
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Electric companies serving Staples
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allete | Investor-owned utility | 16.57¢ | $112 | 127K | 143 |
Power outages in Todd County right now
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Outage history in Todd County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 140 | 128 |
| Days with outages | 33 | 37 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,392 (10.7%) | 1,806 (13.9%) |
| Worst day | 2024-11-19 | 2025-07-15 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (140 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Wadena 16.6¢
- Lake Shore 16.6¢
- Baxter 16.6¢
- Long Prairie 16.6¢
- Nisswa 16.6¢
- Brainerd 16.6¢
- Pequot Lakes 16.6¢
- Parkers Prairie 11.8¢
- New York Mills 11.8¢
- Menahga 16.6¢
ZIP codes: 56479
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Staples?
Most homes in Staples 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¢.
What is the average electric bill in Staples?
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 Staples, MN?
Allete serves Staples.
How often does the power go out in Staples?
In 2025, customers in Todd County averaged 2 hr 8 min without power. Outages hit 37 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-07-15, when 1,806 customers (13.9%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.