Electricity rates in Dakota City, NE
Dakota City (1,906 people, Dakota County) is served by Northeast Power. Homes on Northeast Power pay about 9.97¢/kWh, 22% less than the Nebraska average.
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Electric companies serving Dakota City
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northeast Power | Public power district | 9.97¢ | $142 | 6,860 | — |
Power outages in Dakota County right now
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Outage history in Dakota County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 50 | 32 |
| Days with outages | 9 | 4 |
| Most customers out at once | 3,505 (20.6%) | 2,674 (15.7%) |
| Worst day | 2024-08-26 | 2025-08-06 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (50 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- South Sioux City 10.0¢
- Macy 12.8¢
- Wakefield 10.0¢
- Pender 10.0¢
- Wayne 10.0¢
- Wisner 10.0¢
- Oakland 13.9¢
- West Point 15.1¢
- Tekamah 12.8¢
- Hartington 10.0¢
ZIP codes: 68731
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Dakota City?
Most homes in Dakota City get power from Northeast Power, where residential customers pay an average of 9.97¢/kWh including all charges. The Nebraska average is 12.86¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢.
What is the average electric bill in Dakota City?
About $142 a month, based on 1,420 kWh a month (the average for Northeast Power customers) at 9.97¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Dakota City, NE?
Northeast Power serves Dakota City.
How often does the power go out in Dakota City?
In 2025, customers in Dakota County averaged 32 min without power. Outages hit 4 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-08-06, when 2,674 customers (15.7%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.