Electricity rates in Martin, SD
Martin (1,061 people, Bennett County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on LaCreek Electric Association pay about 13.18¢/kWh, 7% less than the South Dakota average.
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Electric companies serving Martin
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LaCreek Electric Association | Electric cooperative | 13.18¢ | $204 | 6,600 | 130 |
| WAPA-- Western Area Power Administration | Federal utility | — | — | 0 | — |
Power outages in Bennett County right now
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Outage history in Bennett County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 1 | 1 |
| Days with outages | 0 | 0 |
| Most customers out at once | 2 (0.3%) | 2 (0.3%) |
| Worst day | 2024-06-26 | 2025-08-14 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (1 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Porcupine 16.1¢
- Pine Ridge 10.7¢
- Rosebud 13.2¢
- Oglala 15.6¢
- Mission 12.7¢
- Hot Springs 15.4¢
- Box Elder 15.4¢
- Rapid Valley 15.4¢
- Ellsworth Air Force Base 15.4¢
- Winner 12.7¢
ZIP codes: 57551
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Martin?
Most homes in Martin get power from LaCreek Electric Association, where residential customers pay an average of 13.18¢/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 Martin?
About $204 a month, based on 1,547 kWh a month (the average for LaCreek Electric Association customers) at 13.18¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Martin, SD?
2 utilities serve Martin's ZIP codes: LaCreek Electric Association, WAPA-- Western Area Power Administration. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Martin?
In 2025, customers in Bennett County averaged 1 min without power. Outages hit 0 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-08-14, when 2 customers (0.3%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.