Electricity rates in Mitchell, SD
Mitchell (15,669 people, Davison County) is served by Central Electric Co-op. Homes on Central Electric Co-op pay about 16.00¢/kWh, 13% more than the South Dakota average.
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Electric companies serving Mitchell
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 16.00¢ | $246 | 6,515 | — |
Power outages in Davison County right now
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Outage history in Davison County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 116 | 90 |
| Days with outages | 19 | 21 |
| Most customers out at once | 2,735 (23.6%) | 1,458 (12.6%) |
| Worst day | 2024-06-22 | 2025-07-30 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (116 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 57301
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Mitchell?
Most homes in Mitchell get power from Central Electric Co-op, where residential customers pay an average of 16.00¢/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 Mitchell?
About $246 a month, based on 1,537 kWh a month (the average for Central Electric Co-op customers) at 16.00¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Mitchell, SD?
Central Electric Co-op serves Mitchell.
How often does the power go out in Mitchell?
In 2025, customers in Davison County averaged 90 min without power. Outages hit 21 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-07-30, when 1,458 customers (12.6%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.