What is the average electricity rate in Wabasso, Minnesota?

The average residential electricity rate in Wabasso is approximately 16.78¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $105 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Wabasso?

Natural gas customers in Wabasso pay an average of $97 per month. The rate is approximately $0.96/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Wabasso, Minnesota?

Electricity in Wabasso 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 Wabasso?

Wabasso 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 Wabasso electricity rates compare to Minnesota averages?

Wabasso's electricity rate of 16.78¢/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 Wabasso?

To start electric service in Wabasso, 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.

Wabasso, Minnesota Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in Wabasso, Minnesota

Wabasso 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 Wabasso households.

Compared to the Minnesota state average of 16.95¢/kWh/kWh, Wabasso's electricity rate of 16.78¢/kWh is 0.17¢ below the Minnesota average. As Minnesota has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Wabasso

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

Natural Gas Utility in Wabasso

CenterPoint Energy Minnesota
Xcel Energy Gas
Great Plains Natural Gas

Wabasso vs Minnesota Energy Rates

Metric	Wabasso	Minnesota Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	16.78¢	16.95¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$0.96	$1.00	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$105	$106	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$97	$101	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Wabasso Residents

As a Minnesota city, Wabasso 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 Wabasso 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 Wabasso, Minnesota

The average residential electricity rate in Wabasso is approximately 16.78¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $105 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Wabasso pay an average of $97 per month. The rate is approximately $0.96/therm per therm.
Electricity in Wabasso 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.
Wabasso 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.
Wabasso's electricity rate of 16.78¢/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 Wabasso, 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.