Xcel Energy seeks nearly 20% rate increase in North Dakota

BISMARCK, N.D. (KVRR-Prairie Public) – Xcel Energy’s North Dakota electric customers will see higher rates on their monthly bills.

Xcel is asking for a 19.3 percent rate hike, which would add another $22.34 to the bill.

The North Dakota Public Service Commission granted the utility an interim increase, while the Commission considers a rate case Xcel filed late in 2024.

Commissioner Sheri Haugen-Hoffart says under state law, utilities are eligible for an interim increase.

Haugen-Hoffart says if the PSC decides on a permanent increase less than the interim rate, customers would receive a refund.