What is the average electricity rate in Dodge Center, Minnesota?

The average residential electricity rate in Dodge Center is approximately 16.44¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $103 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Dodge Center?

Natural gas customers in Dodge Center pay an average of $102 per month. The rate is approximately $1.01/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Dodge Center, Minnesota?

Electricity in Dodge Center is distributed by Xcel Energy (Northern States Power) and Minnesota Power (ALLETE). Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.

Which gas company serves Dodge Center?

Dodge Center natural gas service is provided by CenterPoint Energy Minnesota and Xcel Energy Gas. Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.

How do Dodge Center electricity rates compare to Minnesota averages?

Dodge Center's electricity rate of 16.44¢/kWh is below the Minnesota state average of 16.95¢/kWh. This can reflect a municipal utility or favorable regional generation mix.

How do I start or stop utility service in Dodge Center?

To start electric service in Dodge Center, contact Xcel Energy (Northern States Power) and Minnesota Power (ALLETE). For gas service, contact CenterPoint Energy Minnesota and Xcel Energy Gas. You'll typically need a photo ID, your new address, and a move-in date. Service can usually be established within 1-3 business days.

Dodge Center, Minnesota Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in Dodge Center, Minnesota

Dodge Center, Minnesota is served by Xcel Energy (Northern States Power) for electricity and CenterPoint Energy Minnesota for natural gas. Rates in Dodge Center are comparable to the Minnesota state average of 16.95¢/kWh, and residents can access all state-level energy assistance programs.

Compared to the Minnesota state average of 16.95¢/kWh/kWh, Dodge Center's electricity rate of 16.44¢/kWh is 0.51¢ below the Minnesota average. As Minnesota has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Dodge Center

Xcel Energy (Northern States Power)
Minnesota Power (ALLETE)
Otter Tail Power
Great Plains Energy

Natural Gas Utility in Dodge Center

CenterPoint Energy Minnesota
Xcel Energy Gas
Great Plains Natural Gas

Dodge Center vs Minnesota Energy Rates

Metric	Dodge Center	Minnesota Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	16.44¢	16.95¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.01	$1.00	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$103	$106	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$102	$101	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Dodge Center Residents

As a Minnesota city, Dodge Center residents can access the following state and local assistance programs:

✅ Minnesota Energy Assistance Program (EAP)
✅ Conservation Applied to Residential Housing (CARH)
✅ Weatherization Assistance
✅ CenterPoint Energy Rebates

Energy-Saving Tips for Dodge Center Residents

✓ Ensure attic insulation is at least R-49 — Michigan and Wisconsin winters demand maximum insulation.
✓ Install a high-efficiency furnace (95%+ AFUE) if your system is over 15 years old.
✓ Insulate your basement ceiling and rim joists — a major source of heat loss.
✓ Apply weatherstripping and caulk around all windows and doors before winter.
✓ Use a programmable thermostat to automatically lower heat overnight.

FAQ — Gas & Electricity in Dodge Center, Minnesota

The average residential electricity rate in Dodge Center is approximately 16.44¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $103 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Dodge Center pay an average of $102 per month. The rate is approximately $1.01/therm per therm.
Electricity in Dodge Center is distributed by Xcel Energy (Northern States Power) and Minnesota Power (ALLETE). Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Dodge Center natural gas service is provided by CenterPoint Energy Minnesota and Xcel Energy Gas. Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.
Dodge Center's electricity rate of 16.44¢/kWh is below the Minnesota state average of 16.95¢/kWh. This can reflect a municipal utility or favorable regional generation mix.
To start electric service in Dodge Center, contact Xcel Energy (Northern States Power) and Minnesota Power (ALLETE). For gas service, contact CenterPoint Energy Minnesota and Xcel Energy Gas. You'll typically need a photo ID, your new address, and a move-in date. Service can usually be established within 1-3 business days.