MN · ranked #23 in the US
Minnesota residential rate: 15.6¢/kWh
That's 5% lower than the US average of 16.5¢/kWh. Cold-weather heating load in the Twin Cities and across the Iron Range makes this one of the clearer winter-peaking grids in the Midwest.
Estimated cost
$52.65/month
$1.76 per day$640.57 per year337.5 kWh monthly
W
A space heater draws full power only while the thermostat/compressor is running — about 7.5 effective hours at 1500W across your 10-hour window.
At your rate
What appliances cost in Minnesota.
Typical monthly running cost at 15.6¢/kWh, sorted by biggest impact on your bill.
Utilities serving Minnesota
- Xcel Energy (Northern States Power)
- Minnesota Power
- Otter Tail Power
Deregulation status
none
In Minnesota your utility is both the supplier and the deliverer. No supplier shopping, but regulated rates tend to be more stable.
Sources: www.eia.gov · mn.gov
Last updated: 2026-04-13