Electricity rates in Willmar, MN
Willmar (19,638 people, Kandiyohi County) is served by 3 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 Willmar
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northern States Power Co - Minnesota | Investor-owned utility | 17.09¢ | $105 | 1.24M | 226 |
| Otter Tail Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 11.76¢ | $106 | 50K | 557 |
| Willmar Municipal Utilities (MN) | Municipal utility | 14.11¢ | $95 | 8,521 | 16 |
Power outages in Kandiyohi County right now
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Outage history in Kandiyohi County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 52 | 165 |
| Days with outages | 11 | 24 |
| Most customers out at once | 803 (4%) | 3,282 (16.2%) |
| Worst day | 2024-01-02 | 2025-07-28 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (52 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Spicer 17.1¢
- Atwater 17.1¢
- New London 17.1¢
- Clara City 17.1¢
- Olivia 17.1¢
- Paynesville 17.1¢
- Renville 17.1¢
- Litchfield 17.1¢
- Eden Valley 17.1¢
- Benson 11.8¢
ZIP codes: 56201
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Willmar?
Most homes in Willmar 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 Willmar: Otter Tail Power Co. (11.76¢), Willmar Municipal Utilities (MN) (14.11¢).
What is the average electric bill in Willmar?
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 Willmar, MN?
3 utilities serve Willmar's ZIP codes: Northern States Power Co - Minnesota, Otter Tail Power Co., Willmar Municipal Utilities (MN). Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Willmar?
In 2025, customers in Kandiyohi County averaged 2 hr 45 min without power. Outages hit 24 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-07-28, when 3,282 customers (16.2%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.