Mille Lacs County, MN: Electricity Rates, Providers & More

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Mille Lacs County, Minnesota Electricity Overview

Mille Lacs County is the 39th most populated county in Minnesota, with 26,397 residents residing within the county's borders.

Citizens of Mille Lacs County use enough electricity to release 4,131.68 kilograms of CO2 gases per year per person, compared to the statewide average of 4,129.

As the 36th highest county in the state for non-renewable production per capita, Mille Lacs County produces 0.01 megawatt hours per person a year.

While the national average residential rate of electricity is 16.02 cents per kilowatt hour, Mille Lacs County's average price is 1.59% below that at 15.76 cents per kilowatt hour.

Non-renewable fuel types are used in the generation of 100.00% of the megawatt hours produced in Mille Lacs County, ranking it 1087th in the United States out of 3230 counties for total megawatt hours generated from non-renewable sources.

The use of non-renewable fuels in electricity production in Mille Lacs County has declined by 68.38% over the past 12 months.

ENERGY CONSUMPTION

  • Total Consumption

    306,931 MWh

  • Consumption per Capita

    11.63 MWh

ENERGY PRODUCTION

  • Total Production

    221 MWh

  • Production from Non-Renewable Energy

    221 MWh

  • Production per Capita

    0.01 MWh

EMISSIONS

  • CO2 Emissions

    109,063,842 kg

  • CO2 Emissions per Capita

    4,131.68 kg

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Princeton Electricity Pricing Data

Average Residential Electricity Rate for February, 2024

13.69¢ per kWh

  • 1.16% higher than last month
  • 2.63% lower than February last year
  • 7.51% lower than the Minnesota average
  • 15.98% lower than the US average
  • 159th in the state out of 630 cities
  • The state rank has dropped by 1 since last month
  • The state rank has increased by 117 since February last year
  • 10,587th in the US out of 26,964 cities
  • The national rank has increased by 1,330 since last month
  • The national rank has dropped by 35 since February last year

12 Month Rolling Average Residential Rate

14.06¢ per kWh

  • 0.22% lower than last month
  • 2.81% lower than February last year
  • 5.14% lower than the Minnesota average
  • 17% lower than the US average
  • 162nd in the state out of 630 cities
  • The state rank has increased by 1 since last month
  • The state rank has increased by 7 since February last year
  • 9,794th in the US out of 26,964 cities
  • The national rank has increased by 4 since last month
  • The national rank has increased by 2,899 since February last year

Average Residential Electricity Bill for February, 2024

$104.39 per month

  • 13.97% lower than last month
  • 7.54% lower than February last year
  • 5.48% higher than the Minnesota average
  • 16.73% lower than the US average
  • 479th in the state out of 630 cities
  • The state rank has dropped by 135 since last month
  • The state rank has increased by 107 since February last year
  • 6,584th in the US out of 26,964 cities
  • The national rank has dropped by 1,327 since last month
  • The national rank has increased by 2,616 since February last year

12 Month Rolling Average Residential Bill

$114.42 per month

  • 0.62% lower than last month
  • 3.14% lower than February last year
  • 10.94% higher than the Minnesota average
  • 13.66% lower than the US average
  • 587th in the state out of 630 cities
  • The state rank is the same since last month
  • The state rank has increased by 2 since February last year
  • 7,625th in the US out of 26,964 cities
  • The national rank has dropped by 735 since last month
  • The national rank has increased by 883 since February last year

Average Commercial Electricity Rate for February, 2024

10.01¢ per kWh

  • 0.13% higher than last month
  • 3.95% lower than February last year
  • 15.18% lower than the Minnesota average
  • 26.51% lower than the US average
  • 155th in the state out of 630 cities
  • The state rank is the same since last month
  • The state rank has increased by 2 since February last year
  • 5,047th in the US out of 26,992 cities
  • The national rank has increased by 1,842 since last month
  • The national rank has increased by 475 since February last year

12 Month Rolling Average Commercial Rate

10.69¢ per kWh

  • 0.32% lower than last month
  • 3.69% lower than February last year
  • 13.38% lower than the Minnesota average
  • 24.3% lower than the US average
  • 156th in the state out of 630 cities
  • The state rank is the same since last month
  • The state rank has increased by 5 since February last year
  • 6,562nd in the US out of 26,992 cities
  • The national rank has increased by 602 since last month
  • The national rank has increased by 811 since February last year

Average Commercial Electricity Bill for February, 2024

$382.93 per month

  • 8.1% lower than last month
  • 4.77% lower than February last year
  • 44.22% lower than the Minnesota average
  • 77.11% lower than the US average
  • 16th in the state out of 630 cities
  • The state rank has increased by 11 since last month
  • The state rank has increased by 12 since February last year
  • 6,602nd in the US out of 26,992 cities
  • The national rank has dropped by 528 since last month
  • The national rank has increased by 517 since February last year

12 Month Rolling Average Commercial Bill

$440.75 per month

  • 0.36% lower than last month
  • 3.98% lower than February last year
  • 43.27% lower than the Minnesota average
  • 73.17% lower than the US average
  • 28th in the state out of 630 cities
  • The state rank has increased by 1 since last month
  • The state rank has increased by 5 since February last year
  • 7,983rd in the US out of 26,992 cities
  • The national rank has increased by 83 since last month
  • The national rank has increased by 1,038 since February last year

Average Industrial Electricity Rate for February, 2024

7.09¢ per kWh

  • 5.9% higher than last month
  • 2.93% lower than February last year
  • 22.89% lower than the Minnesota average
  • 28.02% lower than the US average
  • 151st in the state out of 629 cities
  • The state rank has increased by 1 since last month
  • The state rank has dropped by 1 since February last year
  • 7,752nd in the US out of 26,382 cities
  • The national rank has dropped by 1,531 since last month
  • The national rank has increased by 2,648 since February last year

12 Month Rolling Average Industrial Rate

7.72¢ per kWh

  • 0.23% lower than last month
  • 6.56% lower than February last year
  • 17.13% lower than the Minnesota average
  • 24.38% lower than the US average
  • 150th in the state out of 629 cities
  • The state rank is the same since last month
  • The state rank has increased by 13 since February last year
  • 11,295th in the US out of 26,382 cities
  • The national rank has dropped by 881 since last month
  • The national rank has dropped by 1,651 since February last year

Average Industrial Electricity Bill for February, 2024

$2,582.03 per month

  • 1.72% higher than last month
  • 0.74% higher than February last year
  • 98.6% lower than the Minnesota average
  • 91.58% lower than the US average
  • 18th in the state out of 629 cities
  • The state rank has dropped by 3 since last month
  • The state rank has dropped by 3 since February last year
  • 7,427th in the US out of 26,382 cities
  • The national rank has dropped by 488 since last month
  • The national rank has dropped by 2,483 since February last year

12 Month Rolling Average Industrial Bill

$3,203.8 per month

  • 0.05% higher than last month
  • 3.25% lower than February last year
  • 98.31% lower than the Minnesota average
  • 90.6% lower than the US average
  • 18th in the state out of 629 cities
  • The state rank is the same since last month
  • The state rank is the same since February last year
  • 6,409th in the US out of 26,382 cities
  • The national rank has dropped by 6 since last month
  • The national rank has dropped by 996 since February last year

Princeton, MN Electricity Overview

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Princeton's inhabitants purchase electricity for, on average, 15.16 cents per kilowatt hour, which is, fortunately, 5.36% below the average nationwide rate of 16.02 cents. Electricity generation facilities in the city produce, on average, 0.05 megawatt hours per person from non-renewable fuel types, which makes it 37th out of 915 cities in Minnesota. Non-renewable fuels are used to produce 221 megawatt hours in the city, which is 100.00% of the city's total generation.

The consumption of electricity in Princeton accounts for 19,974,987.33 kilograms of CO2 emissions a year, which is the 153rd largest emissions amount in the state out of 915 cities. This total also results in a ranking of 24th worst in Minnesota for emissions per capita. Approximately 100.00% of Princeton's electricity is generated using Distillate Fuel Oil. Princeton has the 48th highest number of power plants of any city in the state, with one total plant.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Princeton

Princeton residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in November.

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.152/kWh$0.126/kWh$167.78/mo.$92.07/mo.
535th15.16¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Princeton
45th$89.07Average residential monthly electricity bill for Princeton Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Princeton, Minnesota

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Connexus EnergyBUNDLED13.41107.51,275,006.37171,001,882
East Central EnergyBUNDLED16.07136.24554,734.289,131,390
Princeton Public UtilitiesBUNDLED15.5480.4522115,660.542,432,942.99

Milaca, MN Electricity Overview

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Milaca's inhabitants purchase electricity for, on average, 16.07 cents per kilowatt hour, which is, unfortunately, 0.31% above the average nationwide rate of 16.02 cents. East Central Energy has an estimated 60 total residential customers, more than all other providers who operate in the city.

The consumption of electricity in Milaca accounts for 12,436,083.57 kilograms of CO2 emissions a year, which is the 207th largest emissions amount in the state out of 915 cities. Averaging 4,122 kilograms of CO2 emissions per resident, the city ranks 58th worst in Minnesota for emissions per capita. There are no power plants in Milaca, so citizens must rely on electricity produced outside of the city boundaries.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Milaca

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

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.182/kWh$0.120/kWh$176.56/mo.$107.27/mo.
632nd16.07¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Milaca
727th$136.24Average residential monthly electricity bill for Milaca Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Milaca, Minnesota

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
East Central EnergyBUNDLED16.07136.24554,734.289,131,390

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Onamia, MN Electricity Overview

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Onamia's inhabitants purchase electricity for, on average, 15.23 cents per kilowatt hour, which is, fortunately, 4.93% below the average nationwide rate of 16.02 cents. Onamia has the 380th largest population in Minnesota, with 871 residents residing within its borders. Mille Lacs Electric is the largest supplier in the city based on megawatt hours sold.

The consumption of electricity in Onamia accounts for 3,590,264.76 kilograms of CO2 emissions a year, which is the 372nd largest emissions amount in the state out of 915 cities. Averaging 4,122 kilograms of CO2 emissions per resident, the city ranks 58th worst in Minnesota for emissions per capita. There are no power plants in Onamia, so citizens must rely on electricity produced outside of the city boundaries.

Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Onamia

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

Historical Electricity Rates:

Price Per kWhAverage Bill$0.155/kWh$0.138/kWh$116.61/mo.$100.79/mo.
541st15.23¢Average residential price per kWh in the city of Onamia
621st$116.61Average residential monthly electricity bill for Onamia Residents

Electric Companies With Service in Onamia, Minnesota

ProviderService TypeResidential Rate (¢)Residential Average Bill ($)City Production (MWh)Residential Sales (MWh)Residential Revenues ($)
Mille Lacs ElectricBUNDLED15.23116.61132,45720,169,500

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Electricity Production in Mille Lacs County, Minnesota

Power Plants in Mille Lacs County, Minnesota

PlantCity/CountyStatePrimary Fuel TypeProduction (MWh)Emission (kg)Emissions per MWhToxic Chemical ReleaseClosing Date
Princeton MN Distillate Fuel Oil 221333,669.831,509.82

Mille Lacs County, Minnesota Details

Power Plant Fuel Types, Emissions & Pollution Factors

Electricity consumption in Mille Lacs County results in 109,063,841.86 kilograms of CO2 emissions. This is the 1679th highest amount of any county in the US. This total also results in a ranking of 14th worst in the state for pollution per person from electricity consumption. The county is home to one power generation plant. When it comes to electricity production, Mille Lacs County's primary fuel is Distillate Fuel Oil, accounting for 221 megawatt hours, or 100.00% of production in the county.

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Mille Lacs County, Minnesota Net Metering

Approximately 100.00% of the electricity suppliers in Mille Lacs County offer net metering to their consumers. Oftentimes net metering regulations are enforced at the state level, and Minnesota has great regulations for consumers interested in investing in solar panels.

Energy Loss

Energy loss in Mille Lacs County averages out to about 5.11% of the total electricity transmitted by the 2 companies that operate in the county and also report energy loss. The US average is 2.87%, resulting in Mille Lacs County receiving a rank of 1961st best in the nation for energy loss efficiency.

Power Companies in Mille Lacs County, Minnesota

Providers In Each City in Mille Lacs County:

  • Bock, Minnesota:
    • East Central Energy: 100.00%
  • Foreston, Minnesota:
    • East Central Energy: 100.00%
  • Isle, Minnesota:
    • East Central Energy: 100.00%
  • Milaca, Minnesota:
    • East Central Energy: 100.00%
  • Onamia, Minnesota:
    • Mille Lacs Electric: 100.00%
  • Pease, Minnesota:
    • East Central Energy: 100.00%
  • Princeton, Minnesota:
    • East Central Energy: 6.10%
    • Princeton Public Utilities: 74.63%
    • Connexus Energy: 19.27%
  • Wahkon, Minnesota:
    • East Central Energy: 100.00%

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

FAQ

How many power plants are located in Mille Lacs County, Minnesota?

Mille Lacs County, Minnesota has one electricity plant producing electricity for the county and other surrounding areas.

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

The largest electricity supplier in Mille Lacs County, Minnesota by total customer count is East Central Energy.

How many electric companies offer service in Mille Lacs County, Minnesota?

Mille Lacs County, Minnesota has 3 electricity providers operating in the area.

Which electricity companies offer service in Mille Lacs County, Minnesota?

County Customers RankProviderEst. County Customers
1East Central Energy7,357
2Mille Lacs Electric2,703
3Princeton Public Utilities2,463

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Last Reviewed By: Ginalyn Gelera
Published: 2023-12-06