Electricity rates in Gettysburg, SD
Gettysburg (1,164 people, Potter County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Montana-Dakota Utilities Co. pay about 13.79¢/kWh, 3% less than the South Dakota average.
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Electric companies serving Gettysburg
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Montana-Dakota Utilities Co. | Investor-owned utility | 13.79¢ | $118 | 6,348 | 212 |
| Dakota Energy Co-op | Electric cooperative | 17.27¢ | $292 | 3,231 | — |
Power outages in Potter County right now
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Outage history in Potter County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 30 | 150 |
| Days with outages | 0 | 2 |
| Most customers out at once | 23 (2%) | 219 (19.2%) |
| Worst day | 2024-03-18 | 2025-05-16 |
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
- Mobridge 13.8¢
- Pierre 11.3¢
- Fort Pierre 14.1¢
- Miller 16.0¢
- Eagle Butte 14.7¢
- North Eagle Butte 14.7¢
- Fort Thompson 16.0¢
- Redfield 12.8¢
- Aberdeen 13.8¢
- Chamberlain 16.0¢
ZIP codes: 57442
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Gettysburg?
Most homes in Gettysburg get power from Montana-Dakota Utilities Co., where residential customers pay an average of 13.79¢/kWh including all charges. The South Dakota average is 14.20¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Gettysburg: Dakota Energy Co-op (17.27¢).
What is the average electric bill in Gettysburg?
About $117 a month, based on 852 kWh a month (the average for Montana-Dakota Utilities Co. customers) at 13.79¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Gettysburg, SD?
2 utilities serve Gettysburg's ZIP codes: Montana-Dakota Utilities Co., Dakota Energy Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Gettysburg?
In 2025, customers in Potter County averaged 2 hr 30 min without power. Outages hit 2 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-05-16, when 219 customers (19.2%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.