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

The average residential electricity rate in Wahpeton is approximately 11.17¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $124 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Wahpeton?

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

Which electric company serves Wahpeton, North Dakota?

Electricity in Wahpeton is distributed by Cass County Elec Coop Inc and Otter Tail Power Co. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.

Which gas company serves Wahpeton?

Wahpeton 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 Wahpeton electricity rates compare to North Dakota averages?

Wahpeton's electricity rate of 11.17¢/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 Wahpeton?

To start electric service in Wahpeton, contact Cass County Elec Coop Inc and Otter Tail Power 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.

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

Gas & Electricity in Wahpeton, North Dakota

Wahpeton is served by Cass County Elec Coop Inc and Otter Tail Power Co. Utilities covering Richland County report an average residential electricity rate of 11.17¢/kWh — below the North Dakota state average of 13.61¢/kWh — and a typical monthly electric bill of $124. Natural gas in Wahpeton is distributed by Montana-Dakota Utilities (MDU).

Compared to the North Dakota state average of 13.61¢/kWh/kWh, Wahpeton's electricity rate of 11.17¢/kWh is 2.44¢ below the North Dakota average. As North Dakota has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Wahpeton

Cass County Elec Coop Inc
Otter Tail Power Co
Dakota Valley Elec Coop Inc

Natural Gas Utility in Wahpeton

Montana-Dakota Utilities (MDU)
Xcel Energy Gas

Wahpeton vs North Dakota Energy Rates

Metric	Wahpeton	North Dakota Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	11.17¢	13.61¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$0.84	$0.84	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$124	$117	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$76	$76	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Wahpeton Residents

As a North Dakota city, Wahpeton 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 Wahpeton 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 Wahpeton, North Dakota

The average residential electricity rate in Wahpeton is approximately 11.17¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $124 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Wahpeton pay an average of $76 per month. The rate is approximately $0.84/therm per therm.
Electricity in Wahpeton is distributed by Cass County Elec Coop Inc and Otter Tail Power Co. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Wahpeton 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.
Wahpeton's electricity rate of 11.17¢/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 Wahpeton, contact Cass County Elec Coop Inc and Otter Tail Power 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.