Electricity rates in Minot Air Force Base, ND
Minot Air Force Base (5,521 people, Ward County) is served by Verendrye Electric Co-op. Homes on Verendrye Electric Co-op pay about 11.77¢/kWh, 4% less than the North Dakota average.
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Electric companies serving Minot Air Force Base
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Verendrye Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 11.77¢ | $157 | 14K | 42 |
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
ZIP codes: 58703, 58704, 58705
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Minot Air Force Base?
Most homes in Minot Air Force Base get power from Verendrye Electric Co-op, where residential customers pay an average of 11.77¢/kWh including all charges. The North Dakota average is 12.32¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢.
What is the average electric bill in Minot Air Force Base?
About $157 a month, based on 1,337 kWh a month (the average for Verendrye Electric Co-op customers) at 11.77¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Minot Air Force Base, ND?
Verendrye Electric Co-op serves Minot Air Force Base.
How often does the power go out in Minot Air Force Base?
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.