Wisconsin Electricity Rates and Average Bill
Data through June 2026 (the latest month EIA has published) · Updated September 03, 2026
As of June 2026, the average residential electricity rate in Wisconsin is 19.56¢/kWh (the 17th-highest in the U.S.) and the average monthly bill is $125.92, per EIA data. That rate is 1.2¢ above the U.S. average of 18.34¢/kWh.
Rate trend, last three years
View this chart as a table (last 12 months)
| Month | Rate (¢/kWh) | Avg bill ($/mo) | Avg usage (kWh/mo) |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 2025 | 18.25 | 155.57 | 852 |
| August 2025 | 18.52 | 141.14 | 762 |
| September 2025 | 18.73 | 112.78 | 602 |
| October 2025 | 18.37 | 103.26 | 562 |
| November 2025 | 18.39 | 106.84 | 581 |
| December 2025 | 17.84 | 135.24 | 758 |
| January 2026 | 18.20 | 142.86 | 785 |
| February 2026 | 18.74 | 119.90 | 640 |
| March 2026 | 18.80 | 117.75 | 626 |
| April 2026 | 19.21 | 106.13 | 552 |
| May 2026 | 19.74 | 109.16 | 553 |
| June 2026 | 19.56 | 125.92 | 644 |
Wisconsin vs the U.S. average
| Wisconsin | U.S. average | |
|---|---|---|
| Rate (June 2026) | 19.56¢/kWh | 18.34¢/kWh |
| Average monthly bill | $125.92 | $170.65 |
| Average monthly usage | 644 kWh | 930 kWh |
| Rate change, 1 year | +5.6% | +5.0% |
| Rate change, 5 years | +33.2% | +32.6% |
Wisconsin's average residential rate of 19.56¢/kWh for June 2026 ranks 35th of 51 (1 = lowest). Over the past year the rate moved +5.6% (Wisconsin) versus +5.0% nationally; over five years, +33.2% versus +32.6% nationally. Average usage of 644 kWh/month compares with 930 kWh nationally, which is why the bill and rate ranks can differ. For how Wisconsin's recent increase ranks against every other state (12-month, 3-year and 5-year changes), see electricity rate increases by state.
Largest utilities in Wisconsin
Average effective rates and bills for Wisconsin's largest utilities, from EIA Form 861-M (June 2026). Or find yours by ZIP code.
| Utility | Rate (¢/kWh) | Avg bill ($/mo) | Avg usage (kWh/mo) | Residential customers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin Electric Power Co | 21.77 | 140.65 | 646 | 1,062,750 |
| Wisconsin Power & Light Co | 19.12 | 135.70 | 710 | 442,073 |
| Wisconsin Public Service Corp | 17.91 | 108.39 | 605 | 419,256 |
| Northern States Power Co | 18.41 | 126.80 | 689 | 224,371 |
| Madison Gas & Electric Co | 21.36 | 110.82 | 519 | 151,255 |
Average bill = rate × average usage. Utilities with similar rates can show very different average bills because their customers' average usage differs (housing mix, heating fuel, climate).
Estimate a bill at Wisconsin rates
Worked example: 1,000 kWh at Wisconsin's average rate of 19.56¢/kWh is about $195.60. The state's actual average usage is 644 kWh/month, which is what produces the $125.92 average bill. These are average effective rates including all charges; your utility's tariff will differ.
Wondering what's behind rising rates nationally? See Why is my electric bill so high?, our data-led explainer on demand growth, data centers, and grid costs. Also: Wisconsin gas prices and why they are what they are, and the cheapest way to heat a home by fuel and state.
Source: EIA retail sales data (residential sector, monthly), published with roughly a two-month lag. Rate = revenue ÷ sales; bill = revenue ÷ customers. We do not project unpublished months. See methodology.