Electricity rates in Altoona, WI
Altoona (7,321 people, Eau Claire County) is served by Northern States Power Co.. Homes on Northern States Power Co. pay about 16.69¢/kWh, 11% less than the Wisconsin average.
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Electric companies serving Altoona
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northern States Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 16.69¢ | $121 | 223K | 309 |
Power outages in Eau Claire County right now
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Outage history in Eau Claire County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 102 | 105 |
| Days with outages | 18 | 19 |
| Most customers out at once | 4,736 (8.5%) | 9,162 (16.5%) |
| Worst day | 2024-02-27 | 2025-07-29 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (102 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Eau Claire 16.7¢
- Lake Hallie 16.7¢
- Fall Creek 16.7¢
- Chippewa Falls 16.7¢
- Lake Wissota 16.7¢
- Cadott 16.7¢
- Strum 16.7¢
- Augusta 16.7¢
- Osseo 16.7¢
- Colfax 16.7¢
ZIP codes: 54720
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Altoona?
Most homes in Altoona get power from Northern States Power Co., where residential customers pay an average of 16.69¢/kWh including all charges. The Wisconsin average is 18.74¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢.
What is the average electric bill in Altoona?
About $121 a month, based on 726 kWh a month (the average for Northern States Power Co. customers) at 16.69¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Altoona, WI?
Northern States Power Co. serves Altoona.
How often does the power go out in Altoona?
In 2025, customers in Eau Claire County averaged 105 min without power. Outages hit 19 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-07-29, when 9,162 customers (16.5%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.