Electricity rates in Starbuck, MN
Starbuck (1,264 people, Pope County) is served by 2 electric utilities. 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 Starbuck
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northern States Power Co - Minnesota | Investor-owned utility | 17.09¢ | $105 | 1.24M | 226 |
| Runestone Electric Association | Electric cooperative | 15.12¢ | $180 | 14K | 135 |
Power outages in Pope County right now
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Outage history in Pope County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 105 | 590 |
| Days with outages | 12 | 34 |
| Most customers out at once | 748 (12.6%) | 1,792 (30.2%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-28 | 2025-06-20 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (105 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Glenwood 17.1¢
- Morris 11.8¢
- Alexandria 11.8¢
- Benson 11.8¢
- Osakis 17.1¢
- Sauk Centre 17.1¢
- Elbow Lake 11.8¢
- Melrose 17.1¢
- New London 17.1¢
- Appleton 11.8¢
ZIP codes: 56381
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Starbuck?
Most homes in Starbuck 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¢. Other utilities serving parts of Starbuck: Runestone Electric Association (15.12¢).
What is the average electric bill in Starbuck?
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 Starbuck, MN?
2 utilities serve Starbuck's ZIP codes: Northern States Power Co - Minnesota, Runestone Electric Association. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Starbuck?
In 2025, customers in Pope County averaged 9 hr 50 min without power. Outages hit 34 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-20, when 1,792 customers (30.2%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.