Electricity rates in Eagle River, WI
Eagle River (1,363 people, Vilas County) is served by 3 electric utilities. Homes on Wisconsin Electric Power Co. pay about 21.15¢/kWh, 13% more than the Wisconsin average.
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Electric companies serving Eagle River
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin Electric Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 21.15¢ | $135 | 1.06M | 185 |
| Wisconsin Public Service Corp. | Investor-owned utility | 17.53¢ | $108 | 416K | 630 |
| City of Eagle River | Municipal utility | 15.22¢ | $77 | 1,065 | — |
Power outages in Vilas County right now
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Outage history in Vilas County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 1,157 | 5,251 |
| Days with outages | 98 | 120 |
| Most customers out at once | 4,368 (47%) | 9,411 (101.4%) |
| Worst day | 2024-07-13 | 2025-04-29 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (1,157 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Rhinelander 17.5¢
- Crandon 17.5¢
- Lac du Flambeau 17.5¢
- Tomahawk 17.5¢
- Antigo 18.9¢
- Merrill 17.5¢
- Park Falls 17.5¢
- Phillips 16.7¢
- Hurley 16.7¢
- Niagara 21.1¢
ZIP codes: 54521
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Eagle River?
Most homes in Eagle River get power from Wisconsin Electric Power Co., where residential customers pay an average of 21.15¢/kWh including all charges. The Wisconsin average is 18.74¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Eagle River: Wisconsin Public Service Corp. (17.53¢), City of Eagle River (15.22¢).
What is the average electric bill in Eagle River?
About $135 a month, based on 640 kWh a month (the average for Wisconsin Electric Power Co. customers) at 21.15¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Eagle River, WI?
3 utilities serve Eagle River's ZIP codes: Wisconsin Electric Power Co., Wisconsin Public Service Corp., City of Eagle River. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Eagle River?
In 2025, customers in Vilas County averaged 87 hr 31 min without power. Outages hit 120 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-04-29, when 9,411 customers (101.4%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.