Electricity rates in Waconia, MN
Waconia (11,968 people, Carver 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 Waconia
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northern States Power Co - Minnesota | Investor-owned utility | 17.09¢ | $105 | 1.24M | 226 |
| Wright-Hennepin Co-op Electric Association | Electric cooperative | 15.45¢ | $145 | 55K | 45 |
Power outages in Carver County right now
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Outage history in Carver County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 309 | 134 |
| Days with outages | 46 | 27 |
| Most customers out at once | 9,060 (21%) | 3,449 (8%) |
| Worst day | 2024-01-23 | 2025-07-29 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (309 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Saint Bonifacius 17.1¢
- Mayer 17.1¢
- Cologne 17.1¢
- Victoria 17.1¢
- Minnetrista 17.1¢
- Watertown 17.1¢
- Mound 17.1¢
- Norwood Young America 17.1¢
- Spring Park 15.4¢
- Carver 17.1¢
ZIP codes: 55387
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Waconia?
Most homes in Waconia 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 Waconia: Wright-Hennepin Co-op Electric Association (15.45¢).
What is the average electric bill in Waconia?
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 Waconia, MN?
2 utilities serve Waconia's ZIP codes: Northern States Power Co - Minnesota, Wright-Hennepin Co-op Electric Association. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Waconia?
In 2025, customers in Carver County averaged 2 hr 14 min without power. Outages hit 27 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-07-29, when 3,449 customers (8%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.