Connexus Energy residential customers paid an average of 13.66¢/kWh in 2024 —
13% below the Minnesota average of 15.64¢/kWh (EIA-861).
It served 134,095 residential customers across 8 MN counties.
It was the cheapest option in this set — customers of Mille Lacs Energy Cooperative (17.58¢) pay about $423/yr more at 10,800 kWh/yr.
How Connexus Energy compares with the utilities next door
| Utility | 2024 ¢/kWh | Customers | Δ vs Connexus Energy, ¢/kWh | $/yr difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Connexus Energy (this page) | 13.66 | 134,095 | — | — |
| Minnesota Valley Electric Coop | 13.98 | 43,412 | +0.32 | +$34 |
| Wright-Hennepin Coop Elec Assn | 14.59 | 53,714 | +0.93 | +$101 |
| City of Elk River | 15.83 | 11,776 | +2.17 | +$234 |
| City of Anoka | 15.88 | 11,646 | +2.22 | +$240 |
| East Central Energy | 16.89 | 55,250 | +3.23 | +$349 |
| Northern States Power Co - Minnesota | 16.98 | 1,230,057 | +3.32 | +$359 |
| Mille Lacs Energy Cooperative | 17.58 | 14,546 | +3.92 | +$423 |
7 bundled utilities (≥5,000 customers) share at least one county with Connexus Energy. Positive $/yr = that utility's customers pay more than Connexus Energy customers at the same usage. Territories are fixed by address — these gaps measure cost differences between areas, not options you can pick between.
Rate trend and size
| Metric | 2023 | 2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average price, ¢/kWh | 13.56 | 13.66 | +0.7% |
| Residential customers | 132,260 | 134,095 | +1.4% |
Ownership: Cooperative. Statewide context: Minnesota electricity rates.
Supply vs delivery on a Connexus Energy bill
Minnesota is a regulated retail market — Connexus Energy customers cannot choose a different supplier; rates are set in utility-commission proceedings. Official information: mn.gov/puc.
Counties served (MN, EIA-861 2024)
Anoka · Chisago · Hennepin · Isanti · Mille Lacs · Ramsey · Sherburne · Washington
Head-to-head comparisons
- Northern States Power Co - Minnesota vs Connexus Energy
- Connexus Energy vs East Central Energy
- Connexus Energy vs Wright-Hennepin Coop Elec Assn
Questions people ask
- Is Connexus Energy more expensive than other Minnesota utilities?
- Connexus Energy customers paid an average 13.66 cents/kWh in 2024 — 13% below the Minnesota volume-weighted average of 15.64 cents (EIA-861, bundled residential service).
- Can I switch away from Connexus Energy?
- No — distribution territory is fixed by address and Minnesota has no residential supplier shopping. Rate changes go through the state utility commission (mn.gov/puc).
- How many customers does Connexus Energy have?
- 134,095 residential customers in Minnesota in 2024 across 8 counties, per its EIA-861 federal filing. Ownership type: co-op.
About these numbers. Rates shown are averages computed from federal regulatory filings (EIA Form 861)
and public tariff databases — confirm with your utility before making decisions; your actual rate depends on your tariff,
usage, and riders. Distribution utility is determined by address and generally cannot be chosen; in retail-choice states
you may choose your supplier for the supply portion of the bill. Savings figures use 10,800 kWh/yr
(US average residential usage) and are estimates, not quotes. EnergySavings is an independent data project by CertiHomes
and is not affiliated with any utility, supplier, or government agency.