Electricity rates in Velva, ND
Velva (1,260 people, McHenry County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Otter Tail Power Co. pay about 11.14¢/kWh, 10% less than the North Dakota average.
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Electric companies serving Velva
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Otter Tail Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 11.14¢ | $121 | 45K | 575 |
| Verendrye Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 11.77¢ | $157 | 14K | 42 |
Power outages in McHenry County right now
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Outage history in McHenry County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 160 | 96 |
| Days with outages | 15 | 8 |
| Most customers out at once | 847 (25.3%) | 463 (13.8%) |
| Worst day | 2024-10-05 | 2025-07-27 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (160 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Surrey 11.8¢
- Minot 11.8¢
- Burlington 11.8¢
- Minot Air Force Base 11.8¢
- Garrison 11.1¢
- Rugby 11.1¢
- Harvey 11.1¢
- Washburn 11.1¢
- Parshall 11.1¢
- Bottineau 11.1¢
ZIP codes: 58790
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Velva?
Most homes in Velva get power from Otter Tail Power Co., where residential customers pay an average of 11.14¢/kWh including all charges. The North Dakota average is 12.32¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Velva: Verendrye Electric Co-op (11.77¢).
What is the average electric bill in Velva?
About $121 a month, based on 1,084 kWh a month (the average for Otter Tail Power Co. customers) at 11.14¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Velva, ND?
2 utilities serve Velva's ZIP codes: Otter Tail Power Co., Verendrye Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Velva?
In 2025, customers in McHenry County averaged 96 min without power. Outages hit 8 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-07-27, when 463 customers (13.8%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.