Electricity rates in Clear Lake, SD
Clear Lake (1,273 people, Deuel County) is served by Otter Tail Power Co.. Homes on Otter Tail Power Co. pay about 11.63¢/kWh, 18% less than the South Dakota average.
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Electric companies serving Clear Lake
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Otter Tail Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 11.63¢ | $126 | 9,094 | 191 |
Power outages in Deuel County right now
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Outage history in Deuel County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 357 | 376 |
| Days with outages | 31 | 23 |
| Most customers out at once | 771 (51.2%) | 1,039 (69%) |
| Worst day | 2024-04-22 | 2025-02-13 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (357 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 57226
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Clear Lake?
Most homes in Clear Lake get power from Otter Tail Power Co., where residential customers pay an average of 11.63¢/kWh including all charges. The South Dakota average is 14.20¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢.
What is the average electric bill in Clear Lake?
About $126 a month, based on 1,080 kWh a month (the average for Otter Tail Power Co. customers) at 11.63¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Clear Lake, SD?
Otter Tail Power Co. serves Clear Lake.
How often does the power go out in Clear Lake?
In 2025, customers in Deuel County averaged 6 hr 16 min without power. Outages hit 23 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-02-13, when 1,039 customers (69%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.