What is the average electricity rate in Lake Park, Minnesota?

The average residential electricity rate in Lake Park 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 Lake Park?

Natural gas customers in Lake Park pay an average of $106 per month. The rate is approximately $1.05/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Lake Park, Minnesota?

Electricity in Lake Park 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 Lake Park?

Lake Park 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 Lake Park electricity rates compare to Minnesota averages?

Lake Park'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 Lake Park?

To start electric service in Lake Park, 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.

Lake Park, Minnesota Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in Lake Park, Minnesota

Lake Park residents in Minnesota receive electric service through Xcel Energy (Northern States Power) and natural gas distribution from CenterPoint Energy Minnesota. Minnesota's energy assistance programs, including LIHEAP and weatherization, are available to income-qualified Lake Park households.

Compared to the Minnesota state average of 16.95¢/kWh/kWh, Lake Park'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 Lake Park

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

Natural Gas Utility in Lake Park

CenterPoint Energy Minnesota
Xcel Energy Gas
Great Plains Natural Gas

Lake Park vs Minnesota Energy Rates

Metric	Lake Park	Minnesota Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	16.44¢	16.95¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.05	$1.00	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$103	$106	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$106	$101	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Lake Park Residents

As a Minnesota city, Lake Park 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 Lake Park 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 Lake Park, Minnesota

The average residential electricity rate in Lake Park is approximately 16.44¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $103 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Lake Park pay an average of $106 per month. The rate is approximately $1.05/therm per therm.
Electricity in Lake Park 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.
Lake Park 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.
Lake Park'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 Lake Park, 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.