Electricity Rates Comparison
Data from U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) · November 2025
| Metric | Minnesota | South Dakota | National Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residential Rate (¢/kWh) | 15.67¢ | 13.81¢ | 17.24¢ |
| Commercial Rate (¢/kWh) | 11.61¢ | 10.43¢ | — |
| Industrial Rate (¢/kWh) | 9.17¢ | 8.45¢ | — |
| Avg Monthly Bill | $111.62 | $137.24 | $152.02 |
| Avg Monthly Usage (kWh) | 712 | 994 | — |
| Market Type | regulated | regulated | — |
South Dakota has a lower residential electricity rate at 13.81¢/kWh compared to Minnesota's 15.67¢/kWh — a difference of 1.86¢/kWh (13.5%).
The average monthly electric bill in Minnesota is $111.62 (712 kWh/month), while in South Dakota it is $137.24 (994 kWh/month). The national average is $152.02.
Minnesota has a regulated electricity market, while South Dakota has a regulated market.
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