Average Electric Bill in Rochester, MN
What a typical household in Rochester pays per month, the kWh rate behind it, and how it compares — with the data basis stated on the page.
A typical household in Rochester pays about $100.35/month for electricity at roughly 17.91¢/kWh. Basis: Rochester Public Utilities, 2024 annual average (EIA-861).
Bill trend (state level)
Average residential bill in Minnesota over 12 months — the rate environment Rochester households pay into.
Where this number comes from
No black box: the utility behind the estimate, or the state fallback.
| Data basis | Rochester Public Utilities, 2024 annual average (EIA-861) |
|---|---|
| Utility | Rochester Public Utilities · 54,943 residential customers |
| State context | Minnesota: $124.46/mo average bill |
| Population | ≈ 121,575 (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 Rochester?
Expect roughly $100.35 per month for a typical household in Rochester — based on Rochester Public Utilities annual data (2024), so your bill varies with home size, weather, and usage.
How much is electricity per kWh in Rochester?
About 17.91¢ per kWh (Rochester Public Utilities, 2024 annual). Ratepayers in Rochester pay the utility rate; check your bill for the exact per-kWh breakdown of supply and delivery.
Are bills in Rochester higher or lower than the Minnesota average?
Rochester Public Utilities averages $100.35 — below the state average of $124.46.
Sources: EIA-861 2024 (Rochester Public Utilities) · EIA residential retail-sales series (Minnesota) · Census 2020 population. See methodology.