Average Electric Bill in Wisconsin
The typical Wisconsin household pays $168.87 a month for electricity. See the numbers by home size, compare with the US average, and estimate your own bill.
$168.87
886 kWh × 0.19 $/kWh (EIA, Jul 2026)
Residential rate
$0.19
per kWh
vs US average bill
+4%
more expensive
Bill rank
#18
of 51 (1 = highest)
Average bill by home size in Wisconsin
Same Wisconsin rate, different home sizes. Typical usage figures are national estimates — open a size to see the full breakdown.
Wisconsin electricity bill calculator
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$124.36
600 kWh · ≈ $4.09/day
Per day
$4.09
Per year
$1,492.32
7,200 kWh/yr
Cost breakdown
- Energy92%
- Fixed charge8%
Estimate only. Check your official utility bill for exact charges.
About electricity bills in Wisconsin
What the average includes
The average above is energy cost only: typical household usage × Wisconsin's average residential rate from the EIA. Utilities also add a fixed monthly service charge and, in some areas, tax — expect real bills to run $10–$25 higher.
Lowering your bill
The fastest wins are heating, cooling, and water heating — usually half the bill combined. Use the savings planner to size up LED, thermostat, and appliance changes before spending money.
Average electric bills in Wisconsin: common questions
The average Wisconsin household pays about $168.87 a month, based on typical usage of 886 kWh at the state average residential rate of 0.19 $/kWh (EIA, Jul 2026). Larger homes and heavy AC or heating use push bills above this figure.