Utility rates in Elgin vs. US average
Typical monthly utility bills in Elgin
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.
How Elgin heats its homes
49% natural gas · 12% electricity · 39% other fuels
Electric rates in Elgin
Residential rates range from 15.8¢ to 16.3¢ per kWh.
Providers include Northern States Power Co - Minnesota, People's Cooperative Services.
This is 3% below the national average of 16.5¢/kWh.
Internet providers in Elgin
Elgin has strong broadband coverage.
Availability varies by address. Based on FCC Broadband Data Collection filings.
Electric 2 providers
Natural Gas 1 provider
Water 10 providers
Internet 6 providers
ZIP codes in Elgin, MN
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: April 2026.