What is the average electricity rate in St. Cloud, Minnesota?

The average residential electricity rate in St. Cloud is approximately 15.75¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $104 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in St. Cloud?

Natural gas customers in St. Cloud pay an average of $101 per month. The rate is approximately $1.00/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves St. Cloud, Minnesota?

Electricity in St. Cloud is distributed by Northern States Power Co - Minnesota and ALLETE, Inc.. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.

Which gas company serves St. Cloud?

St. Cloud 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 St. Cloud electricity rates compare to Minnesota averages?

St. Cloud's electricity rate of 15.75¢/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 St. Cloud?

To start electric service in St. Cloud, contact Northern States Power Co - Minnesota and ALLETE, Inc.. 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.

St. Cloud, Minnesota Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in St. Cloud, Minnesota

St. Cloud is served by Northern States Power Co - Minnesota and ALLETE, Inc.. Utilities covering Stearns County report an average residential electricity rate of 15.75¢/kWh — below the Minnesota state average of 16.95¢/kWh — and a typical monthly electric bill of $104. Natural gas in St. Cloud is distributed by CenterPoint Energy Minnesota.

Compared to the Minnesota state average of 16.95¢/kWh/kWh, St. Cloud's electricity rate of 15.75¢/kWh is 1.20¢ below the Minnesota average. As Minnesota has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in St. Cloud

Northern States Power Co - Minnesota
ALLETE, Inc.
Wright-Hennepin Coop Elec Assn

Natural Gas Utility in St. Cloud

CenterPoint Energy Minnesota
Xcel Energy Gas

St. Cloud vs Minnesota Energy Rates

Metric	St. Cloud	Minnesota Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	15.75¢	16.95¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$1.00	$1.00	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$104	$106	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$101	$101	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for St. Cloud Residents

As a Minnesota city, St. Cloud 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 St. Cloud 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 St. Cloud, Minnesota

The average residential electricity rate in St. Cloud is approximately 15.75¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $104 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in St. Cloud pay an average of $101 per month. The rate is approximately $1.00/therm per therm.
Electricity in St. Cloud is distributed by Northern States Power Co - Minnesota and ALLETE, Inc.. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
St. Cloud 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.
St. Cloud's electricity rate of 15.75¢/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 St. Cloud, contact Northern States Power Co - Minnesota and ALLETE, Inc.. 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.