What is the average electricity rate in Minot, North Dakota?

The average residential electricity rate in Minot is approximately 10.81¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $101 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Minot?

Natural gas customers in Minot pay an average of $76 per month. The rate is approximately $0.84/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Minot, North Dakota?

Electricity in Minot is distributed by Northern States Power Co - Minnesota and Montana-Dakota Utilities Co. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.

Which gas company serves Minot?

Minot natural gas service is provided by Montana-Dakota Utilities (MDU) and Xcel Energy Gas. Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.

How do Minot electricity rates compare to North Dakota averages?

Minot's electricity rate of 10.81¢/kWh is below the North Dakota state average of 13.61¢/kWh. This can reflect a municipal utility or favorable regional generation mix.

How do I start or stop utility service in Minot?

To start electric service in Minot, contact Northern States Power Co - Minnesota and Montana-Dakota Utilities Co. For gas service, contact Montana-Dakota Utilities (MDU) 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.

Minot, North Dakota Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in Minot, North Dakota

Minot is served by Northern States Power Co - Minnesota and Montana-Dakota Utilities Co. Utilities covering Ward County report an average residential electricity rate of 10.81¢/kWh — below the North Dakota state average of 13.61¢/kWh — and a typical monthly electric bill of $101. Natural gas in Minot is distributed by Montana-Dakota Utilities (MDU).

Compared to the North Dakota state average of 13.61¢/kWh/kWh, Minot's electricity rate of 10.81¢/kWh is 2.80¢ below the North Dakota average. As North Dakota has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Minot

Northern States Power Co - Minnesota
Montana-Dakota Utilities Co
Otter Tail Power Co

Natural Gas Utility in Minot

Montana-Dakota Utilities (MDU)
Xcel Energy Gas

Minot vs North Dakota Energy Rates

Metric	Minot	North Dakota Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	10.81¢	13.61¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$0.84	$0.84	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$101	$117	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$76	$76	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Minot Residents

As a North Dakota city, Minot residents can access the following state and local assistance programs:

✅ North Dakota LIHEAP
✅ North Dakota Weatherization
✅ ND Flex-PACE Energy Program
✅ MDU Energy Efficiency Programs

Energy-Saving Tips for Minot 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 Minot, North Dakota

The average residential electricity rate in Minot is approximately 10.81¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $101 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Minot pay an average of $76 per month. The rate is approximately $0.84/therm per therm.
Electricity in Minot is distributed by Northern States Power Co - Minnesota and Montana-Dakota Utilities Co. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Minot natural gas service is provided by Montana-Dakota Utilities (MDU) and Xcel Energy Gas. Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.
Minot's electricity rate of 10.81¢/kWh is below the North Dakota state average of 13.61¢/kWh. This can reflect a municipal utility or favorable regional generation mix.
To start electric service in Minot, contact Northern States Power Co - Minnesota and Montana-Dakota Utilities Co. For gas service, contact Montana-Dakota Utilities (MDU) 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.