Electricity rates in Truman, MN
Truman (1,069 people, Martin County) is served by 3 electric utilities. Homes on BENCO Electric Cooperative pay about 16.54¢/kWh, 2% more than the Minnesota average.
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Electric companies serving Truman
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BENCO Electric Cooperative | Electric cooperative | 16.54¢ | $162 | 19K | 82 |
| Federated Rural Electric Association | Electric cooperative | 13.13¢ | $164 | 5,733 | 116 |
| South Central Electric Association | Electric cooperative | 15.90¢ | $222 | 4,657 | 125 |
Power outages in Martin County right now
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Outage history in Martin County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 0 | 0 |
| Days with outages | 0 | 0 |
| Most customers out at once | 0 (0%) | 1 (0%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-22 | 2025-03-26 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (0 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Fairmont 13.1¢
- Winnebago 16.5¢
- Saint James 15.9¢
- Madelia 16.5¢
- Sherburn 13.1¢
- Blue Earth 16.5¢
- Lake Crystal 17.1¢
- Mapleton 17.1¢
- Mountain Lake 13.1¢
- Jackson 13.1¢
ZIP codes: 56088
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Truman?
Most homes in Truman get power from BENCO Electric Cooperative, where residential customers pay an average of 16.54¢/kWh including all charges. The Minnesota average is 16.22¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Truman: Federated Rural Electric Association (13.13¢), South Central Electric Association (15.90¢).
What is the average electric bill in Truman?
About $162 a month, based on 978 kWh a month (the average for BENCO Electric Cooperative customers) at 16.54¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Truman, MN?
3 utilities serve Truman's ZIP codes: BENCO Electric Cooperative, Federated Rural Electric Association, South Central Electric Association. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Truman?
In 2025, customers in Martin County averaged 0 min without power. Outages hit 0 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-03-26, when 1 customers (0%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.