East Central Energy electricity rates
East Central Energy (cooperative) residential customers paid about 18.0¢ per kWh (Jan–Aug 2026) — an average bill of $138 for 820 kWh a month.
What a month costs with East Central Energy
Monthly cost at the average price of 18.0¢ per kWh. Real bills add or subtract fixed charges, tiers, time-of-use and fuel adjustments.
Price trend
Hover or tap the chart for exact monthly values. Source: EIA-861M (monthly, latest months preliminary); forecast: EIA Short-Term Energy Outlook (October 2026) for the West North Central region, which includes Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota.
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Averages, not a quote. Prices here are what each utility’s residential customers paid on average (revenue ÷ kWh sold, fixed charges included), as reported to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. Your own rate depends on your plan, season and usage — check your bill or your utility’s tariff.
Questions
What is East Central Energy’s electricity rate?
About 18.0¢ per kWh for residential customers (Jan–Aug 2026 average, EIA-861M), including fixed charges spread over usage.
What is the average East Central Energy electric bill?
$138 a month in 2024, for an average of 820 kWh (EIA-861).
Is East Central Energy cheaper than the Minnesota average?
No: 18.0¢ versus the Minnesota average of 17.2¢ (Aug 2026).