Average Electric Bill in Fargo, ND
What a typical household in Fargo pays per month, the kWh rate behind it, and how it compares — with the data basis stated on the page.
A typical household in Fargo pays about $88.92/month for electricity at roughly 12.11¢/kWh. Basis: Northern States Power Co - Minnesota, 2024 annual average (EIA-861).
Bill trend (state level)
Average residential bill in North Dakota over 12 months — the rate environment Fargo households pay into.
Where this number comes from
No black box: the utility behind the estimate, or the state fallback.
| Data basis | Northern States Power Co - Minnesota, 2024 annual average (EIA-861) |
|---|---|
| Utility | Northern States Power Co - Minnesota · 82,987 residential customers |
| State context | North Dakota: $113.65/mo average bill |
| Population | ≈ 125,986 (2020 Census, approx.) |
Your actual bill depends on home size, heating/cooling, and usage — the averages here are the benchmark, not your invoice.
Common questions
What is the average electric bill in Fargo?
Expect roughly $88.92 per month for a typical household in Fargo — based on Northern States Power Co - Minnesota annual data (2024), so your bill varies with home size, weather, and usage.
How much is electricity per kWh in Fargo?
About 12.11¢ per kWh (Northern States Power Co - Minnesota, 2024 annual). Ratepayers in Fargo pay the utility rate; check your bill for the exact per-kWh breakdown of supply and delivery.
Are bills in Fargo higher or lower than the North Dakota average?
Northern States Power Co - Minnesota averages $88.92 — below the state average of $113.65.
Sources: EIA-861 2024 (Northern States Power Co - Minnesota) · EIA residential retail-sales series (North Dakota) · Census 2020 population. See methodology.