How to Login and Pay Your Dakota Electric Bill Online

Having reliable power is essential for our modern lifestyles. That’s why it’s important to pay your electric bill on time each month. Dakota Electric Association offers convenient online options to login, view and pay your bill.

Overview of Dakota Electric

Dakota Electric Association is a not-for-profit electric cooperative providing power to over 117,000 homes, farms and businesses across Dakota, Goodhue, Rice, Scott and parts of Ramsey and Washington counties in Minnesota

Members elect fellow consumers to Dakota Electric’s board of directors to provide oversight As a co-op, the association’s primary goal is providing members with reliable electricity at the lowest possible cost.

Dakota Electric bills members monthly for electric usage based on meter readings. Payments are due by the due date on the statement to avoid late fees. Read on to learn how you can easily pay online.

Online Account Login

To login to your Dakota Electric account online, visit https://secure8.i-doxs.net/Dakota/. This is the login page for Dakota Electric’s QuikPay online account system.

If you already have a QuikPay login, simply enter your username and password and click “Sign In”. First-time users will need to click “Sign Up” to create an account.

Creating a QuikPay Account

Creating a QuikPay account allows you to access your Dakota Electric account online. Follow these steps:

1. Go to https://secure8.i-doxs.net/Dakota/ and click “Sign Up” under the login fields.

2. Enter your Dakota Electric account number, name, email, phone number and create a password.

3. Agree to the terms of use and click “Create Your Account”.

4. Check your email for a verification link to complete signup.

Once your QuikPay account is created, you can login anytime to manage your electric account!

Viewing Your Electric Bill

After logging into your QuikPay account, you’ll see your home page displaying your account overview. To view your latest electric bill:

1. Click on “Billing & Payments” in the top menu.

2. Select “View Bill” to see your current statement.

Here you can review your usage, charges, account balance and due date for the current billing cycle. Be sure to check for any important messages from Dakota Electric as well.

Paying Your Dakota Electric Bill Online

The fastest way to pay your electric bill with Dakota Electric is online through your QuikPay account. To submit payment:

1. After viewing your bill, click “Pay Now”

2. Enter your payment amount and select a payment method.

3. Provide your payment details and submit payment.

Online payments process instantly, so you can avoid late fees as long as you pay by the due date. You can also setup recurring auto-pay for hassle-free billing.

Other Ways to Pay Your Bill

If you prefer not to pay online, Dakota Electric offers other convenient payment options:

• Pay by phone – Call 1-800-874-3409 to pay over the phone using your account information.

• Pay by mail – Send a check or money order to Dakota Electric at least 7 days before your due date.

• Pay in person – Visit the Dakota Electric office in Farmington during business hours to pay by cash, check or money order.

• Setup recurring bank drafts – Payments will automatically be deducted from your bank account each month.

• Use third-party bill pay – Arrange payments through your bank or other bill pay service.

No matter how you choose to pay, be sure your Dakota Electric bill is paid in full by the due date to avoid late fees. Setting up autopay or reminders can help you remember.

Avoid Late Fees on Your Electric Bill

Dakota Electric charges a 1.5% late fee on any unpaid electric account balances after the due date. Avoid fees by:

• Paying online before the due date for instant processing
• Using autopay or reminders to pay on time
• Mailing payments at least 7 days early
• Visiting Dakota Electric’s office in person

With multiple options to pay on time, there’s no reason to incur late fees on your electric bill.

Get Payment Assistance From Dakota Electric

If you’re facing financial hardship and are unable to pay your Dakota Electric bill, help is available. They offer programs like:

• Low-income energy assistance – Federal and state funds to help cover utility bills.

• Payment arrangements – Set up a flexible payment plan tailored to your situation.

• Project Share – Donations used to assist those struggling to pay electric bills.

Contact Dakota Electric to learn qualification requirements and apply for payment assistance if needed. Their team is available to help members through difficult circumstances.

Login to Dakota Electric’s QuikPay System

As a cooperative committed to serving members, Dakota Electric offers the QuikPay online account system for convenient account access. Once you login at https://secure8.i-doxs.net/Dakota/, you can easily view and pay your bill, monitor usage, set up autopay and more.

If you need help creating your QuikPay login or have any other questions, reach out to Dakota Electric’s member services team at 800-874-3409. They’re always happy to assist members in accessing online billing and payment options.