ZIP code 55717 is located in St. Louis County, Minnesota. The average residential electricity rate here is 15.3¢/kWh. 7.5% of households use bottled/lp gas as their primary heating fuel.
Utility rates in ZIP 55717 vs. US average
Typical monthly utility bills in ZIP 55717
Figures from U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates, reflecting households that pay utilities separately from rent. In dense urban areas where heat or hot water is often included in rent, these numbers represent the subset of residents who pay directly.
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Frequently asked questions
How do I set up utilities when moving to 55717?
Contact each provider separately before your move-in date. Water and sewer are often handled with one call to your local utility. Set up internet last since it may require an installation visit.
How do utility rates in 55717 compare to the national average?
Residential electricity in ZIP code 55717 averages 15.3¢/kWh, about 7% below the US average of 16.5¢/kWh — but in line with the Minnesota state average of 15.4¢/kWh. Natural gas in Minnesota averages $10.65/Mcf, about 27% below the national average. Actual monthly bills vary by home size, insulation, and season. Local rates from NREL; state and US averages from EIA Form 861 (2024); natural gas prices from EIA Form 176 (2024).
Is electricity expensive in 55717?
No — electricity in ZIP code 55717 costs about 7% less than the national average. Local rates from NREL (2023); state and US averages from EIA (2024).
What internet providers are available in 55717?
ZIP code 55717 has strong broadband coverage. Providers include ARVIG (Fiber / DSL up to 1,000 Mbps), AT&T (Fixed Wireless up to 30 Mbps), CenturyLink (Fiber up to 940 Mbps), Consolidated Communications (DSL up to 10 Mbps), Frontier (DSL up to 115 Mbps). Availability varies by street address. Based on FCC Broadband Data Collection filings.
What county is 55717 in?
ZIP code 55717 is in St. Louis County, Minnesota.
Disclaimer: Provider information is sourced from federal databases including HIFLD, EPA SDWIS, FCC Broadband Data, and EIA-861. Utility cost estimates are from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Local electric rates are based on 2023 NREL Utility Rate Database data; state and US averages are from EIA Form 861 (2024). Coverage areas are approximate and may not reflect recent changes. Please verify directly with your provider.
Data sources: U.S. Census Bureau, NREL, EIA-861, HIFLD, EPA, FCC. Last updated: May 2026.