Setting up utilities in Bloomington
In Bloomington, Xcel Energy delivers electricity, CenterPoint Energy delivers gas, the City of Bloomington Utilities runs water and sewer, and Bloomington Solid Waste handles trash pickup.
Moving to Bloomington? Public Grid can set up your electric for you.
Your utilities in Bloomington
Who to call for each service in Bloomington, and how to start it.
Electric
Xcel Energy
The electric company for Minneapolis and much of Minnesota.
To start: Xcel Energy asks for ID when you start service. Public Grid’s setup tells you exactly what you’ll need.
Or let Public Grid set it up →Gas
CenterPoint Energy
CenterPoint Energy provides natural gas in the Minneapolis area.
To start: Submit the online form with your date of birth and Social Security number at least seven business days before your move-in date; a deposit may be required.
Water & sewer
City of Bloomington Utilities
The City of Bloomington provides water and sewer service.
To start: Call Utility Billing with your name, the address for the bill and your move-in date.
Utility bills must be in the property owner’s name.
Trash & recycling
Bloomington Solid Waste
The City provides curbside garbage and recycling for single-family homes.
To start: Contact Utility Billing to set up your City account, which covers garbage and recycling.
Covers single-family homes, duplexes and certain townhomes that have opted in.
What Bloomington homes pay for electricity
This is Xcel Energy’s average for the homes it serves. Your own bill depends on your home’s size and how you heat it.
$107
Xcel Energy’s average home bill, per month
17.2¢
Xcel Energy’s average price per kilowatt-hour (kWh)
FAQ
Questions about moving to Bloomington
Sources: Xcel Energy, CenterPoint Energy, City of Bloomington Utilities, Bloomington Solid Waste, EIA.
Public Grid isn’t affiliated with these companies.
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