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Electricity Rate in North Dakota (2026): 11.64c/kWh Average

Residential Rate
11.64¢
per kWh
vs US Avg
-34%
6.01c below
Avg Monthly Bill
$127
1095 kWh
Provider Choice
No
Regulated monopoly

North Dakota Electricity Rate: What You Need to Know

North Dakota electricity averages 11.64 cents per kWh for residential customers as of April 2026, according to the EIA Electric Power Monthly. This is 6.01c below the US average of 17.65c/kWh. The average monthly bill for North Dakota households is $127 based on typical usage of 1095 kWh.

Generation mix: Wind 35%, coal 30%, hydro 25%, natural gas 10%. The fuel mix is a primary driver of electricity rates - states with abundant hydro or nuclear tend to have lower rates, while states dependent on imported petroleum (Hawaii) or natural gas pay more.

Year-over-year change: North Dakota rates rose 1.9% year-over-year as of April 2026. This compares to the US average increase of 5.4% over the same period.

Regulated: You Cannot Switch Electricity Suppliers

Otter Tail Power / Basin Electric operates as the regulated utility in North Dakota. Retail electricity choice is not available for residential customers. Options for reducing your bill include: time-of-use rate optimization, energy efficiency upgrades, and rooftop solar.

Your North Dakota Electricity Bill Components

Energy charge (1095 kWh x 11.64c)$127.46
Fixed customer charge (estimated)~$10.00
Estimated monthly total$137.46
All Sectors - North Dakota
Residential11.64c
Commercial9.23c
Industrial5.87c
Dominant Utility
Otter Tail Power / Basin Electric
Adjacent States
Minnesota15.09c
South Dakota12.37c
Montana13.23c
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North Dakota Electricity: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the electricity rate in North Dakota in 2026?+
The average residential electricity rate in North Dakota is 11.64 cents per kWh as of April 2026, according to the EIA Electric Power Monthly. This is 6.01c below the US average of 17.65c/kWh (-34%). The average monthly electricity bill in North Dakota is approximately $127 based on 1095 kWh typical monthly usage.
Can I switch electricity providers in North Dakota?+
No - North Dakota operates a regulated electricity market. Otter Tail Power / Basin Electric serves as the regulated monopoly utility. Customers cannot switch electricity generation suppliers. Options for reducing bills include time-of-use rate optimization (where available), energy efficiency upgrades, and solar installation.
What is the average monthly electricity bill in North Dakota?+
The average North Dakota household uses approximately 1095 kWh per month. At 11.64c/kWh plus approximately $10 in fixed charges, the average monthly bill is $127. This varies by season (higher in summer for cooling-dominant states like Florida, higher in winter for heating-dominant states).
What is the primary electricity source in North Dakota?+
North Dakota's generation mix is primarily Wind 35%, coal 30%, hydro 25%, natural gas 10%. This fuel mix is a key factor in the state's electricity rate - states relying on hydro or nuclear typically have lower rates, while states heavily dependent on natural gas or petroleum (like Hawaii) face higher costs.
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