Wright-Hennepin Coop Elec Assn residential customers paid an average of 14.59¢/kWh in 2024 —
7% below the Minnesota average of 15.64¢/kWh (EIA-861).
It served 53,714 residential customers across 7 MN counties.
Territories are fixed by address, but the cheapest nearby utility, Hutchinson Utilities Comm (11.09¢), works out about $379/yr less at 10,800 kWh/yr.
How Wright-Hennepin Coop Elec Assn compares with the utilities next door
| Utility | 2024 ¢/kWh | Customers | Δ vs Wright-Hennepin Coop Elec Assn, ¢/kWh | $/yr difference |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hutchinson Utilities Comm | 11.09 | 6,653 | -3.50 | -$379 |
| Connexus Energy | 13.66 | 134,095 | -0.93 | -$101 |
| Stearns Cooperative Elec Assn | 13.88 | 26,138 | -0.71 | -$77 |
| Minnesota Valley Electric Coop | 13.98 | 43,412 | -0.61 | -$66 |
| Meeker Coop Light & Power Assn | 14.09 | 8,572 | -0.50 | -$54 |
| Runestone Electric Assn | 14.36 | 14,282 | -0.23 | -$25 |
| Wright-Hennepin Coop Elec Assn (this page) | 14.59 | 53,714 | — | — |
| ALLETE, Inc. | 15.66 | 125,896 | +1.07 | +$116 |
| City of Elk River | 15.83 | 11,776 | +1.24 | +$133 |
| City of Anoka | 15.88 | 11,646 | +1.29 | +$139 |
| City of Chaska | 16.28 | 10,954 | +1.69 | +$183 |
| East Central Energy | 16.89 | 55,250 | +2.30 | +$248 |
12 bundled utilities (≥5,000 customers) share at least one county with Wright-Hennepin Coop Elec Assn. Showing the 11 cheapest. Positive $/yr = that utility's customers pay more than Wright-Hennepin Coop Elec Assn customers at the same usage. Territories are fixed by address — these gaps measure cost differences between areas, not options you can pick between.
Where Wright-Hennepin Coop Elec Assn customers pay more (county benchmark)
| County | Cheapest utility in county | Their ¢/kWh | Wright-Hennepin Coop Elec Assn premium, $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| McLeod | Hutchinson Utilities Comm | 11.09 | +$379 |
| Hennepin | Connexus Energy | 13.66 | +$101 |
| Sherburne | Connexus Energy | 13.66 | +$101 |
| Stearns | Stearns Cooperative Elec Assn | 13.88 | +$77 |
| Carver | Minnesota Valley Electric Coop | 13.98 | +$66 |
| Meeker | Meeker Coop Light & Power Assn | 14.09 | +$54 |
| Wright | Meeker Coop Light & Power Assn | 14.09 | +$54 |
Multiple utilities in one county means adjoining territories, not household choice — you cannot switch wires companies.
Rate trend and size
| Metric | 2023 | 2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average price, ¢/kWh | 13.66 | 14.59 | +6.8% |
| Residential customers | 52,381 | 53,714 | +2.5% |
Ownership: Cooperative. Statewide context: Minnesota electricity rates.
Supply vs delivery on a Wright-Hennepin Coop Elec Assn bill
Minnesota is a regulated retail market — Wright-Hennepin Coop Elec Assn customers cannot choose a different supplier; rates are set in utility-commission proceedings. Official information: mn.gov/puc.
Counties served (MN, EIA-861 2024)
Carver · Hennepin · McLeod · Meeker · Sherburne · Stearns · Wright
Head-to-head comparisons
- Northern States Power Co - Minnesota vs Wright-Hennepin Coop Elec Assn
- Connexus Energy vs Wright-Hennepin Coop Elec Assn
- ALLETE, Inc. vs Wright-Hennepin Coop Elec Assn
- East Central Energy vs Wright-Hennepin Coop Elec Assn
Questions people ask
- Is Wright-Hennepin Coop Elec Assn more expensive than other Minnesota utilities?
- Wright-Hennepin Coop Elec Assn customers paid an average 14.59 cents/kWh in 2024 — 7% below the Minnesota volume-weighted average of 15.64 cents (EIA-861, bundled residential service).
- Can I switch away from Wright-Hennepin Coop Elec Assn?
- 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 Wright-Hennepin Coop Elec Assn have?
- 53,714 residential customers in Minnesota in 2024 across 7 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.