Becker County, MN: Electricity Rates, Providers & More

Becker County, Minnesota Electricity Rates & Statistics

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Becker County, Minnesota Electricity Overview

With a Minnesota average residential electric bill of $111.73, Becker County citizens pay about 34.95% more than their fellow statesmen.

Becker County is the 1861st worst polluting county in the US when considering emissions per capita. The county emits 4,122.47 kilograms per capita per year of CO2 gases.

Unfortunately, during the course of the past year, there has been a 100.00% rise in the burning of non-renewable fuel sources in Becker County.

As the 50th highest county in Minnesota for non-renewable generation per capita, Becker County produces 0 megawatt hours per person a year.

Becker County produces 0 megawatt hours per capita each year, making it the 70 highest county out of 87 counties for production per capita in Minnesota.

With a population of 34,995 residents, Becker County is the 31st most populated county in the state.

ENERGY CONSUMPTION

  • Total Consumption

    406,904 MWh

  • Consumption per Capita

    11.63 MWh

ENERGY PRODUCTION

  • Total Production

    16 MWh

  • Production from Non-Renewable Energy

    16 MWh

  • Production per Capita

    0 MWh

EMISSIONS

  • CO2 Emissions

    144,265,683 kg

  • CO2 Emissions per Capita

    4,122.47 kg

Recent Energy News in Detroit Lakes

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Detroit Lakes, MN Electricity Overview

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Detroit Lakes averages a residential electricity rate of 10.60 cents per kilowatt hour. Thankfully, this is 28.13% less than the state's average price of 14.75 cents, which ranks the city 28th best for average electricity price out of 915 cities in the state. The city is the 138th highest generating city out of 915 cities in Minnesota, averaging 0 megawatt hours produced per customer in the city a year. Consumers in the city experience 2.96 power outages each year, with outages lasting an average of 314.28 minutes. The national averages for outages and duration are 1.27 outages at 137.24 minutes each.

Detroit Lakes residents average 4,123.67 kilograms of CO2 emissions per person from electricity use. With total emissions of 40,069,687.21 kilograms, the city ranks 102nd highest in Minnesota for total pollution from electricity use, however, it could be argued that emissions per capita is a better measurement of a city's pollution levels. There is one power generation plant in the city. When it comes to electricity generation, Detroit Lakes' top fuel is Distillate Fuel Oil, making up 100.00% of generation in the city.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Detroit Lakes

Detroit Lakes residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in July.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.108/kWh$0.104/kWh$103.23/mo.$97.65/mo.
28th10.60¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Detroit Lakes
268th$101.42Average residential monthly electricity bill for Detroit Lakes Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Detroit Lakes ElectricBUNDLED10.52991671,716.227,542,518.83
Wild Rice Electric CooperativeBUNDLED12.97171.1218,73328,366,800

Frazee, MN Electricity Overview

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Frazee averages a residential electricity rate of 11.07 cents per kilowatt hour. Thankfully, this is 24.97% less than the state's average price of 14.75 cents, which ranks the city 153rd best for average electricity price out of 915 cities in the state. The average residential power bill for a resident in the city is $98.82 per month. Otter Tail Power Company sells an estimated 3,241.12 megawatt hours in the city a year, more than all other vendors.

Frazee residents average 4,122 kilograms of CO2 emissions per person from electricity use. With total emissions of 4,723,815.63 kilograms, the city ranks 330th highest in Minnesota for total pollution from electricity use, however, it could be argued that emissions per capita is a better measurement of a city's pollution levels. Within Frazee, there are no power facilities. The citizens must depend on power imported from outside of the city.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Frazee

Frazee residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in August.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.156/kWh$0.083/kWh$152.17/mo.$64.73/mo.
153rd11.07¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Frazee
233rd$98.82Average residential monthly electricity bill for Frazee Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Frazee, Minnesota

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Lake Region Electric CooperativeBUNDLED11.72129.79354,73841,570,000
Otter Tail Power CompanyBUNDLED11.0397.07528,484.4258,284,579

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White Earth CDP, MN Electricity Overview

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White Earth CDP averages a residential electricity rate of 12.47 cents per kilowatt hour. Thankfully, this is 15.48% less than the state's average price of 14.75 cents, which ranks the city 237th best for average electricity price out of 915 cities in the state. White Earth CDP is the 424th largest city in Minnesota, with a population of 710. The average residential power bill for a consumer in the city is $151.92 per month, while the state average is $111.73.

White Earth CDP residents average 4,122 kilograms of CO2 emissions per person from electricity use. With total emissions of 2,926,622.25 kilograms, the city ranks 415th highest in Minnesota for total pollution from electricity use, however, it could be argued that emissions per capita is a better measurement of a city's pollution levels. Within White Earth CDP, there are no power facilities. The citizens must depend on power imported from outside of the city.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in White Earth CDP

White Earth CDP residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in November.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.156/kWh$0.083/kWh$152.17/mo.$64.73/mo.
237th12.47¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of White Earth CDP
820th$151.92Average residential monthly electricity bill for White Earth CDP Residents

Electric Companies With Service in White Earth CDP, Minnesota

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Otter Tail Power CompanyBUNDLED11.0397.07528,484.4258,284,579
Wild Rice Electric CooperativeBUNDLED12.97171.1218,73328,366,800

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Electricity Production in Becker County, Minnesota

Power Plants in Becker County, Minnesota

PlantCity/CountyStatePrimary Fuel TypeProduction (MWh)Emission (kg)Emissions per MWhToxic Chemical ReleaseClosing Date
Detroit Lakes MN Distillate Fuel Oil 1621,854.491,365.91

Becker County, Minnesota Details

Power Plant Fuel Types, Emissions & Pollution Factors

Becker County residents average 4,122.47 kilograms of CO2 emissions per person from electricity consumption, which is sufficient to rank them 18th highest in the state out of 87 in this category. With total emissions of 144,265,683.36 kilograms, the county ranks 1444th highest in the United States for total pollution from electricity use. The county has one power generation plant in the county. Becker County's primary fuel is Distillate Fuel Oil, with 100.00% of electricity generation coming from the fuel type.

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Becker County, Minnesota Net Metering

There are 6 companies in Becker County providing electricity. Of those 6, 83.33% of them offer some type of net metering option for their consumers, making solar panels and alternative electric sources more economically feasible. Minnesota has highly favorable regulations in place for consumers who are interested in taking advantage of net metering with personal solar installations.

Energy Loss

The average energy loss for electricity providers in Becker County is 4.84%. This includes data from 3 suppliers, including Itasca Mantrap, Wild Rice Electric Cooperative, and Lake Region Electric Cooperative. The US average is 2.87%, resulting in Becker County having a rank of 1718th best in the nation for energy loss efficiency.

Providers In Each City in Becker County:

  • Audubon, Minnesota:
    • Otter Tail Power Company: 100.00%
  • Callaway, Minnesota:
    • Otter Tail Power Company: 100.00%
  • Detroit Lakes, Minnesota:
    • Wild Rice Electric Cooperative: 3.36%
    • Detroit Lakes Electric: 96.64%
  • Frazee, Minnesota:
    • Lake Region Electric Cooperative: 5.35%
    • Otter Tail Power Company: 94.65%
  • Lake Park, Minnesota:
    • Lake Park, Minnesota Electric Utility: 100.00%
  • Ogema, Minnesota:
    • Otter Tail Power Company: 100.00%
  • Wolf Lake, Minnesota:
    • Lake Region Electric Cooperative: 100.00%

* City coverage generated based on government data. Always verify you can get service from the provider.

FAQ

What electricity company is the largest provider in Becker County, Minnesota?

The largest electricity company in Becker County, Minnesota by total customer count is Detroit Lakes Electric.

How many electric companies offer service in Becker County, Minnesota?

Becker County, Minnesota is home to 6 electricity companies operating in the area.

Which electricity companies offer service in Becker County, Minnesota?

How many power plants are located within Becker County, Minnesota?

There is one electricity plant located in Becker County, Minnesota

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Last Reviewed By: King Manalo
Published: 2024-04-02