Electricity rates in Wadena, MN
Wadena (4,176 people, Wadena County) is served by 3 electric utilities. Homes on Allete pay about 16.57¢/kWh, 2% more than the Minnesota average.
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Electric companies serving Wadena
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allete | Investor-owned utility | 16.57¢ | $112 | 127K | 143 |
| Otter Tail Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 11.76¢ | $106 | 50K | 557 |
| Lake Region Electric Cooperative | Electric cooperative | 13.94¢ | $147 | 27K | 227 |
Power outages in Wadena County right now
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Outage history in Wadena County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 22 | 57 |
| Days with outages | 3 | 10 |
| Most customers out at once | 911 (10.4%) | 2,062 (23.4%) |
| Worst day | 2024-07-31 | 2025-11-25 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (22 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- New York Mills 11.8¢
- Staples 16.6¢
- Menahga 16.6¢
- Parkers Prairie 11.8¢
- Perham 11.8¢
- Park Rapids 16.6¢
- Frazee 11.8¢
- Long Prairie 16.6¢
- Lake Shore 16.6¢
- Osakis 17.1¢
ZIP codes: 56482
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Wadena?
Most homes in Wadena 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¢. Other utilities serving parts of Wadena: Otter Tail Power Co. (11.76¢), Lake Region Electric Cooperative (13.94¢).
What is the average electric bill in Wadena?
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 Wadena, MN?
3 utilities serve Wadena's ZIP codes: Allete, Otter Tail Power Co., Lake Region Electric Cooperative. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Wadena?
In 2025, customers in Wadena County averaged 57 min without power. Outages hit 10 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-11-25, when 2,062 customers (23.4%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.