Electricity rates in Athens, WI
Athens (1,096 people, Marathon County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Wisconsin Public Service Corp. pay about 17.53¢/kWh, 6% less than the Wisconsin average.
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Electric companies serving Athens
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin Public Service Corp. | Investor-owned utility | 17.53¢ | $108 | 416K | 630 |
| Northern States Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 16.69¢ | $121 | 223K | 309 |
Power outages in Marathon County right now
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Outage history in Marathon County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 110 | 169 |
| Days with outages | 23 | 30 |
| Most customers out at once | 5,333 (6.6%) | 8,537 (10.6%) |
| Worst day | 2024-06-25 | 2025-07-09 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (110 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Edgar 17.5¢
- Abbotsford 16.7¢
- Marathon 17.5¢
- Colby 16.7¢
- Medford 16.7¢
- Stratford 18.9¢
- Maine 17.5¢
- Rib Mountain 17.5¢
- Merrill 17.5¢
- Spencer 16.7¢
ZIP codes: 54411
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Athens?
Most homes in Athens get power from Wisconsin Public Service Corp., where residential customers pay an average of 17.53¢/kWh including all charges. The Wisconsin average is 18.74¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Athens: Northern States Power Co. (16.69¢).
What is the average electric bill in Athens?
About $108 a month, based on 616 kWh a month (the average for Wisconsin Public Service Corp. customers) at 17.53¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Athens, WI?
2 utilities serve Athens's ZIP codes: Wisconsin Public Service Corp., Northern States Power Co.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Athens?
In 2025, customers in Marathon County averaged 2 hr 49 min without power. Outages hit 30 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-07-09, when 8,537 customers (10.6%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.