2026 Rankings

Highest Energy Costs ZIP Codes in Minnesota — 2026

Last updated: June 4, 2026

1,009 ZIP codes ranked by Electricity Rate #1: ZIP 55001 (Afton, MN) — 15.0 c/kWh
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Out of 1,009 ZIP codes with data in Minnesota, these are the highest-ranked areas for electricity rate. See also: National ZIP Codes with Highest Energy Costs | All Minnesota Rankings

Statistic Value
ZIP codes ranked 1,009
Highest value 15.0 c/kWh
Median value 15.0 c/kWh
State Minnesota

Top 100 Worst ZIP Codes

Rank ZIP Code City State Electricity Rate Safety Score
1 55001 Afton MN 15.0 c/kWh 45/100
2 55002 Almelund MN 15.0 c/kWh 53/100
3 55003 Bayport MN 15.0 c/kWh 52/100
4 55005 Bethel MN 15.0 c/kWh 63/100
5 55006 Braham MN 15.0 c/kWh 83/100
6 55007 Brook Park MN 15.0 c/kWh 58/100
7 55008 Cambridge MN 15.0 c/kWh 83/100
8 55009 Cannon Falls MN 15.0 c/kWh 65/100
9 55010 Castle Rock MN 15.0 c/kWh 40/100
10 55011 Cedar MN 15.0 c/kWh 75/100
11 55012 Center City MN 15.0 c/kWh 83/100
12 55013 Chisago City MN 15.0 c/kWh 75/100
13 55014 Circle Pines MN 15.0 c/kWh 83/100
14 55016 Cottage Grove MN 15.0 c/kWh 70/100
15 55017 Dalbo MN 15.0 c/kWh 53/100
16 55018 Dennison MN 15.0 c/kWh 66/100
17 55019 Dundas MN 15.0 c/kWh 67/100
18 55020 Elko New Market MN 15.0 c/kWh 40/100
19 55021 Faribault MN 15.0 c/kWh 61/100
20 55024 Farmington MN 15.0 c/kWh 65/100
21 55025 Forest Lake MN 15.0 c/kWh 70/100
22 55026 Frontenac MN 15.0 c/kWh 45/100
23 55027 Goodhue MN 15.0 c/kWh 66/100
24 55029 Grandy MN 15.0 c/kWh 53/100
25 55030 Grasston MN 15.0 c/kWh 75/100
26 55031 Hampton MN 15.0 c/kWh 55/100
27 55032 Harris MN 15.0 c/kWh 72/100
28 55033 Hastings MN 15.0 c/kWh 59/100
29 55036 Henriette MN 15.0 c/kWh 53/100
30 55037 Hinckley MN 15.0 c/kWh 75/100
31 55038 Hugo MN 15.0 c/kWh 83/100
32 55040 Isanti MN 15.0 c/kWh 70/100
33 55041 Lake City MN 15.0 c/kWh 60/100
34 55042 Lake Elmo MN 15.0 c/kWh 63/100
35 55043 Lakeland MN 15.0 c/kWh 60/100
36 55044 Lakeville MN 15.0 c/kWh 63/100
37 55045 Lindstrom MN 15.0 c/kWh 76/100
38 55046 Lonsdale MN 15.0 c/kWh 66/100
39 55047 Marine On Saint Croix MN 15.0 c/kWh 55/100
40 55049 Medford MN 15.0 c/kWh 70/100
41 55051 Mora MN 15.0 c/kWh 65/100
42 55052 Morristown MN 15.0 c/kWh 63/100
43 55053 Nerstrand MN 15.0 c/kWh 55/100
44 55054 Elko New Market MN 15.0 c/kWh 40/100
45 55055 Newport MN 15.0 c/kWh 65/100
46 55056 North Branch MN 15.0 c/kWh 83/100
47 55057 Northfield MN 15.0 c/kWh 64/100
48 55060 Owatonna MN 15.0 c/kWh 60/100
49 55063 Pine City MN 15.0 c/kWh 76/100
50 55065 Randolph MN 15.0 c/kWh 54/100
51 55066 Red Wing MN 15.0 c/kWh 65/100
52 55067 Rock Creek MN 15.0 c/kWh 53/100
53 55068 Rosemount MN 15.0 c/kWh 70/100
54 55069 Rush City MN 15.0 c/kWh 75/100
55 55070 Saint Francis MN 15.0 c/kWh 53/100
56 55071 Saint Paul Park MN 15.0 c/kWh 63/100
57 55072 Sandstone MN 15.0 c/kWh 83/100
58 55073 Scandia MN 15.0 c/kWh 60/100
59 55074 Shafer MN 15.0 c/kWh 72/100
60 55075 South Saint Paul MN 15.0 c/kWh 53/100
61 55076 Inver Grove Heights MN 15.0 c/kWh 58/100
62 55077 Inver Grove Heights MN 15.0 c/kWh 58/100
63 55078 Stacy MN 15.0 c/kWh 83/100
64 55079 Stacy MN 15.0 c/kWh 83/100
65 55080 Stanchfield MN 15.0 c/kWh 53/100
66 55082 Stillwater MN 15.0 c/kWh 64/100
67 55083 Stillwater MN 15.0 c/kWh 65/100
68 55084 Taylors Falls MN 15.0 c/kWh 83/100
69 55085 Vermillion MN 15.0 c/kWh 66/100
70 55087 Warsaw MN 15.0 c/kWh 61/100
71 55088 Webster MN 15.0 c/kWh 60/100
72 55089 Welch MN 15.0 c/kWh 45/100
73 55090 Willernie MN 15.0 c/kWh 53/100
74 55092 Wyoming MN 15.0 c/kWh 83/100
75 55101 Saint Paul MN 15.0 c/kWh 63/100
76 55102 Saint Paul MN 15.0 c/kWh 63/100
77 55103 Saint Paul MN 15.0 c/kWh 63/100
78 55104 Saint Paul MN 15.0 c/kWh 63/100
79 55105 Saint Paul MN 15.0 c/kWh 63/100
80 55106 Saint Paul MN 15.0 c/kWh 63/100
81 55107 Saint Paul MN 15.0 c/kWh 45/100
82 55108 Saint Paul MN 15.0 c/kWh 63/100
83 55109 Saint Paul MN 15.0 c/kWh 55/100
84 55110 Saint Paul MN 15.0 c/kWh 45/100
85 55111 Saint Paul MN 15.0 c/kWh 53/100
86 55112 Saint Paul MN 15.0 c/kWh 55/100
87 55113 Saint Paul MN 15.0 c/kWh 63/100
88 55114 Saint Paul MN 15.0 c/kWh 63/100
89 55115 Saint Paul MN 15.0 c/kWh 53/100
90 55116 Saint Paul MN 15.0 c/kWh 63/100
91 55117 Saint Paul MN 15.0 c/kWh 63/100
92 55118 Saint Paul MN 15.0 c/kWh 45/100
93 55119 Saint Paul MN 15.0 c/kWh 53/100
94 55120 Saint Paul MN 15.0 c/kWh 40/100
95 55121 Saint Paul MN 15.0 c/kWh 40/100
96 55122 Saint Paul MN 15.0 c/kWh 53/100
97 55123 Saint Paul MN 15.0 c/kWh 53/100
98 55124 Saint Paul MN 15.0 c/kWh 53/100
99 55125 Saint Paul MN 15.0 c/kWh 53/100
100 55126 Saint Paul MN 15.0 c/kWh 63/100

Methodology

Energy cost rankings use EIA residential electricity rate data by utility service area, mapped to ZIP codes. Rates are in cents per kilowatt-hour (c/kWh). The national average is approximately 16-17 c/kWh. High energy costs combined with older housing stock indicate significant homeowner burden.

Data sources: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS), FEMA National Flood Insurance Program, EPA radon zone maps, EIA electricity rates, and Consumer Confidence Reports. Last updated: 2026-06-04.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why are energy costs included in home safety?

Energy burden is a key factor in home affordability and livability. ZIP codes with high electricity rates and older housing stock face compounding costs: higher bills, more expensive repairs, and greater risk of deferred maintenance that leads to safety hazards.

How can homeowners reduce energy costs?

Federal and state rebates are available for insulation, heat pumps, weatherization, and solar panels. The Inflation Reduction Act provides up to $14,000 in home energy rebates. Check energystar.gov/rebates for eligibility.

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