Electricity rates in Parkston, SD
Parkston (1,488 people, Hutchinson County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Southeastern Electric Co-op pay about 13.84¢/kWh, 3% less than the South Dakota average.
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Electric companies serving Parkston
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southeastern Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 13.84¢ | $161 | 21K | 24 |
| Central Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 16.00¢ | $246 | 6,515 | — |
Power outages in Hutchinson County right now
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Outage history in Hutchinson County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 68 | 115 |
| Days with outages | 9 | 14 |
| Most customers out at once | 769 (13.6%) | 1,979 (35%) |
| Worst day | 2024-07-30 | 2025-11-30 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (68 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 57366
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Parkston?
Most homes in Parkston get power from Southeastern Electric Co-op, where residential customers pay an average of 13.84¢/kWh including all charges. The South Dakota average is 14.20¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Parkston: Central Electric Co-op (16.00¢).
What is the average electric bill in Parkston?
About $162 a month, based on 1,167 kWh a month (the average for Southeastern Electric Co-op customers) at 13.84¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Parkston, SD?
2 utilities serve Parkston's ZIP codes: Southeastern Electric Co-op, Central Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Parkston?
In 2025, customers in Hutchinson County averaged 115 min without power. Outages hit 14 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-11-30, when 1,979 customers (35%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.