Electricity rates in Salem, SD
Salem (1,325 people, McCook County) is served by 3 electric utilities. Homes on Northern States Power Co - Minnesota pay about 14.81¢/kWh, 4% more than the South Dakota average.
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Electric companies serving Salem
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northern States Power Co - Minnesota | Investor-owned utility | 14.81¢ | $114 | 94K | 160 |
| 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 McCook County right now
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Outage history in McCook County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 191 | 345 |
| Days with outages | 7 | 16 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,234 (39.8%) | 1,715 (55.3%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-21 | 2025-06-12 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (191 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Hartford 14.9¢
- Madison 14.8¢
- Freeman 13.8¢
- Crooks 14.8¢
- Mitchell 16.0¢
- Baltic 14.8¢
- Tea 14.8¢
- Dell Rapids 14.8¢
- Sioux Falls 14.8¢
- Lennox 14.8¢
ZIP codes: 57058
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Salem?
Most homes in Salem get power from Northern States Power Co - Minnesota, where residential customers pay an average of 14.81¢/kWh including all charges. The South Dakota average is 14.20¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Salem: Southeastern Electric Co-op (13.84¢), Central Electric Co-op (16.00¢).
What is the average electric bill in Salem?
About $114 a month, based on 771 kWh a month (the average for Northern States Power Co - Minnesota customers) at 14.81¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Salem, SD?
3 utilities serve Salem's ZIP codes: Northern States Power Co - Minnesota, 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 Salem?
In 2025, customers in McCook County averaged 5 hr 45 min without power. Outages hit 16 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-06-12, when 1,715 customers (55.3%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.