Electricity rates in Groton, SD
Groton (1,508 people, Brown County) is served by Northern Electric Co-op. Homes on Northern Electric Co-op pay about 12.82¢/kWh, 10% less than the South Dakota average.
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Electric companies serving Groton
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 12.82¢ | $268 | 5,823 | 73 |
Power outages in Brown County right now
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Outage history in Brown County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 76 | 112 |
| Days with outages | 11 | 16 |
| Most customers out at once | 2,920 (15.2%) | 1,838 (9.6%) |
| Worst day | 2024-07-31 | 2025-10-29 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (76 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 57445
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Groton?
Most homes in Groton get power from Northern Electric Co-op, where residential customers pay an average of 12.82¢/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 Groton?
About $268 a month, based on 2,094 kWh a month (the average for Northern Electric Co-op customers) at 12.82¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Groton, SD?
Northern Electric Co-op serves Groton.
How often does the power go out in Groton?
In 2025, customers in Brown County averaged 112 min without power. Outages hit 16 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-10-29, when 1,838 customers (9.6%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.