Utility rates in Madison vs. US average
Typical monthly utility bills in Madison
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 Madison heats its homes
60% natural gas · 27% electricity · 13% other fuels
Electric rates in Madison
Residential rates range from 11.3¢ to 14.2¢ per kWh.
Providers include City of Madison - (SD), Northern States Power Co - Minnesota, Otter Tail Power Co, Sioux Valley SW Elec Coop, Southeastern Electric Coop Inc - (SD).
This is 26% below the national average of 16.5¢/kWh.
Internet providers in Madison
Madison has strong broadband coverage.
Availability varies by address. Based on FCC Broadband Data Collection filings.
Electric 5 providers
Natural Gas 1 provider
Water 6 providers
Sewer 3 providers
Internet 12 providers
ZIP codes in Madison, SD
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.