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Electricity rates in Wisconsin

The average residential electricity price in Wisconsin was 19.41¢/kWh in August 2026, 6.9% above the U.S. average of 18.16¢/kWh (EIA).

Average price (Aug 2026)
19.41¢/kWh
Change vs Aug 2025
+5.3%+0.97¢/kWh
Rank (1 = most expensive)
16thof 51
vs U.S. average
+6.9%+1.25¢/kWh

Wisconsin residential electricity price, last 12 months

Wisconsin vs U.S. average residential electricity price, last 12 monthsWisconsin: 18.6¢ in Sep 2025, 19.4¢ in Aug 2026. Low 17.7¢, high 19.7¢.16.0¢17.0¢18.0¢19.0¢20.0¢Nov 2025Feb 2026May 2026Aug 2026
· cents per kWh
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MonthWisconsinU.S. average
Aug 202619.4¢18.2¢
Jul 202619.1¢18.3¢
Jun 202619.6¢18.4¢
May 202619.7¢18.4¢
Apr 202619.2¢18.9¢
Mar 202618.8¢18.6¢
Feb 202618.7¢17.6¢
Jan 202618.2¢17.4¢
Dec 202517.7¢17.1¢
Nov 202518.3¢17.8¢
Oct 202518.3¢17.9¢
Sep 202518.6¢18.1¢

Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (Aug 2026). Retrieved November 5, 2026. About our data

What common appliances cost to run in Wisconsin

Worked examples at 19.41¢/kWh, the August 2026 average:

  • Running a 1,500 W space heater 6 hours a day for 30 days uses 270 kWh and costs about $52.41.
  • Running a 3,500 W central air conditioner 8 hours a day for 30 days uses 840 kWh and costs about $163.04.
  • Running a refrigerator using 500 kWh per year uses 500 kWh and costs about $97.05 a year.

Try your own appliance in the appliance cost calculator.

Typical monthly use and bill

Wisconsin residential customers used an average of 667 kWh a month in 2025 (EIA annual data). At 19.41¢/kWh, that works out to about $129.46 a month.

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Frequently asked questions

Is electricity expensive in Wisconsin?

Wisconsin ranked 16th most expensive of 51 (50 states and DC) in August 2026, at 19.41¢/kWh versus the U.S. average of 18.16¢/kWh.

How have Wisconsin electricity prices changed over the past year?

The average residential price rose from 18.44¢/kWh in August 2025 to 19.41¢/kWh in August 2026, a change of +5.3%.

What is a typical electric bill in Wisconsin?

Residential customers in Wisconsin used an average of 667 kWh a month in 2025. At 19.41¢/kWh that is about $129.46 a month. Use the electric bill calculator for your own usage.

Why might my Wisconsin rate differ from this average?

The state average blends every utility, rate plan and fixed charge in the state. Utilities, co-ops and municipal providers set different tariffs, and time-of-use or tiered plans change the price of each kWh. Divide your bill total by your kWh for your own average rate.

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