Electricity rates in Thief River Falls, MN
Thief River Falls (8,752 people, Pennington County) is served by Otter Tail Power Co.. Homes on Otter Tail Power Co. pay about 11.76¢/kWh, 27% less than the Minnesota average.
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Electric companies serving Thief River Falls
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Otter Tail Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 11.76¢ | $106 | 50K | 557 |
Power outages in Pennington County right now
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Outage history in Pennington County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 0 | 1 |
| Days with outages | 0 | 0 |
| Most customers out at once | 5 (0.1%) | 13 (0.2%) |
| Worst day | 2024-01-07 | 2025-06-21 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (0 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Red Lake Falls 11.8¢
- Warren 11.8¢
- Crookston 11.8¢
- East Grand Forks 17.1¢
- Fosston 11.8¢
- Little Rock 15.8¢
- Roseau 11.8¢
- Bagley 15.8¢
- Red Lake 15.8¢
- Mahnomen 11.8¢
ZIP codes: 56701
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Thief River Falls?
Most homes in Thief River Falls get power from Otter Tail Power Co., where residential customers pay an average of 11.76¢/kWh including all charges. The Minnesota average is 16.22¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢.
What is the average electric bill in Thief River Falls?
About $106 a month, based on 904 kWh a month (the average for Otter Tail Power Co. customers) at 11.76¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Thief River Falls, MN?
Otter Tail Power Co. serves Thief River Falls.
How often does the power go out in Thief River Falls?
In 2025, customers in Pennington County averaged 1 min without power. Outages hit 0 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-21, when 13 customers (0.2%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.