Electricity rates in Watertown, SD
Watertown (22,073 people, Codington County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Watertown Municipal Utilities pay about 9.44¢/kWh, 34% less than the South Dakota average.
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Electric companies serving Watertown
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Watertown Municipal Utilities | Municipal utility | 9.44¢ | $84 | 12K | 4 |
| Otter Tail Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 11.63¢ | $126 | 9,094 | 191 |
Power outages in Codington County right now
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Outage history in Codington County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 7 | 7 |
| Days with outages | 6 | 6 |
| Most customers out at once | 220 (0.9%) | 330 (1.4%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-31 | 2025-12-10 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (7 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 57201
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Watertown?
Most homes in Watertown get power from Watertown Municipal Utilities, where residential customers pay an average of 9.44¢/kWh including all charges. The South Dakota average is 14.20¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Watertown: Otter Tail Power Co. (11.63¢).
What is the average electric bill in Watertown?
About $84 a month, based on 886 kWh a month (the average for Watertown Municipal Utilities customers) at 9.44¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Watertown, SD?
2 utilities serve Watertown's ZIP codes: Watertown Municipal Utilities, Otter Tail Power Co.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Watertown?
In 2025, customers in Codington County averaged 7 min without power. Outages hit 6 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-12-10, when 330 customers (1.4%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.