New Minnesota Natural Gas Rates

In order to make energy work better for our customers, we submitted a proposal to the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission on Oct. 31, 2025, for new natural gas rates. While the commission considers our request, we have requested that interim rates begin January 1, 2026. At Xcel Energy, we work every day to provide the energy that our customers depend on. That’s why we’re committed to upgrading and strengthening our natural gas infrastructure to ensure system resiliency.

Find out more about our  new natural gas rates (PDF)

Improvements we’re proposing to the natural gas delivery system include:

• Fire safety systems at natural gas peaking plants in Inver Grove Heights, Mendota Heights and Maplewood to ensure continued safety and reliability of these plants and their surrounding communities.
• Natural gas transmission and distribution infrastructure to support system reliability for new and existing customers. Currently, we operate nearly 10,000 miles of transmission and distribution infrastructure that continually needs to be modernized and maintained. These investments ensure safe and efficient operations of our system.
• Transitioning to more efficient vehicles and equipment that ultimately save money and lower the overall cost of operations.
• Updating information technology assets to ensure our customers and employees have access to reliable technology.

Proposed rates

If new rates are approved as requested:

• The average residential natural gas customer bill would be 8.7%, or $7.11, higher per month compared to their current bill.
• Business customer bills will vary depending on energy usage.
• While the Commission considers our rate proposal, we are proposing interim rates that begin Jan. 1, 2026. The interim rate increase will add about 7.1% or $5.84, to an average residential customer’s monthly bill. If final rates approved by the Commission are lower than interim rates, we would apply a refund in the form of a one-time credit with interest on customers’ bills.
• We are committed to making investments that deliver value for customers while keeping bills low. Since 2013, our average Minnesota residential customer’s natural gas bills increased by 0.76% per year on average, well below the rate of inflation. If our proposal is approved as requested, our average Minnesota residential customer’s natural gas bills will also remain well below the national average.

We’re here to help

We are committed to helping customers who may be struggling with their bills. Xcel Energy offers customers options such as payment plans and assistance to get them through difficult times. If you’re having trouble keeping up with your bill, contact us (external link) and we will work with you to set up a payment plan and connect you with other resources and programs that can help.

Learn more about assistance and the programs Xcel Energy offers at xcelenergy.com/EnergyAssistance.

Rate Application Filing Documents