Electricity rates in Kenmare, ND
Kenmare (1,083 people, Ward County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Montana-Dakota Utilities Co. pay about 12.05¢/kWh, 2% less than the North Dakota average.
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Electric companies serving Kenmare
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Montana-Dakota Utilities Co. | Investor-owned utility | 12.05¢ | $100 | 80K | 95 |
| Burke-Divide Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 8.98¢ | $175 | 1,804 | — |
Power outages in Ward County right now
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Outage history in Ward County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 30 | 30 |
| Days with outages | 5 | 8 |
| Most customers out at once | 2,127 (4.1%) | 2,806 (5.4%) |
| Worst day | 2024-10-05 | 2025-12-28 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (30 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Stanley 12.1¢
- Minot Air Force Base 11.8¢
- Burlington 11.8¢
- Tioga 12.1¢
- Minot 11.8¢
- Parshall 11.1¢
- New Town 7.8¢
- Surrey 11.8¢
- Crosby 12.1¢
- Velva 11.1¢
ZIP codes: 58746
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Kenmare?
Most homes in Kenmare get power from Montana-Dakota Utilities Co., where residential customers pay an average of 12.05¢/kWh including all charges. The North Dakota average is 12.32¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Kenmare: Burke-Divide Electric Co-op (8.98¢).
What is the average electric bill in Kenmare?
About $100 a month, based on 828 kWh a month (the average for Montana-Dakota Utilities Co. customers) at 12.05¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Kenmare, ND?
2 utilities serve Kenmare's ZIP codes: Montana-Dakota Utilities Co., Burke-Divide Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Kenmare?
In 2025, customers in Ward County averaged 30 min without power. Outages hit 8 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-12-28, when 2,806 customers (5.4%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.