Setting up utilities in Minnesota

Here’s how utilities work in Minnesota, what Minnesota homes pay, and the cities we cover.

$121

Minnesota average home bill, per month

16.3¢

Minnesota average price per kilowatt-hour (kWh)

How utilities work in Minnesota

The state sets the rules for electricity, and your city handles water and trash.

The Minnesota Public Utilities Commission regulates the state’s investor-owned electric companies.

Your electric company is set by your address.

Your gas company is set by your address.

Your city usually runs water, sewer and trash. Each city page below says who to call.

Which one serves you depends on your address.

Each page lists every utility in that city and how to start it.

More Minnesota cities are on the way. Search your city or zip to see your electric company now.

Sources: Minnesota Public Utilities Commission, EIA.

Public Grid isn’t affiliated with these companies.