Electricity rates in Platte, SD
Platte (1,266 people, Charles Mix County) is served by 2 electric utilities. 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 Platte
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 16.00¢ | $246 | 6,515 | — |
| Rosebud Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 12.65¢ | $146 | 4,911 | 141 |
Power outages in Charles Mix County right now
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Outage history in Charles Mix County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 216 | 51 |
| Days with outages | 7 | 3 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,204 (24.5%) | 631 (12.8%) |
| Worst day | 2024-07-30 | 2025-07-29 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (216 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Gregory 16.0¢
- Wagner 12.7¢
- Chamberlain 16.0¢
- Parkston 13.8¢
- Mitchell 16.0¢
- Winner 12.7¢
- Fort Thompson 16.0¢
- Tyndall 14.1¢
- Springfield 14.1¢
- Freeman 13.8¢
ZIP codes: 57369
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Platte?
Most homes in Platte 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¢. Other utilities serving parts of Platte: Rosebud Electric Co-op (12.65¢).
What is the average electric bill in Platte?
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 Platte, SD?
2 utilities serve Platte's ZIP codes: Central Electric Co-op, Rosebud Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Platte?
In 2025, customers in Charles Mix County averaged 51 min without power. Outages hit 3 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-07-29, when 631 customers (12.8%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.