Electricity rates in Eau Claire, WI
Eau Claire (67,778 people, Eau Claire County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Northern States Power Co. pay about 16.69¢/kWh, 11% less than the Wisconsin average.
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Electric companies serving Eau Claire
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northern States Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 16.69¢ | $121 | 223K | 309 |
| Dunn County Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 16.69¢ | $165 | 9,542 | 129 |
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
- Altoona 16.7¢
- Lake Hallie 16.7¢
- Chippewa Falls 16.7¢
- Fall Creek 16.7¢
- Lake Wissota 16.7¢
- Colfax 16.7¢
- Strum 16.7¢
- Mondovi 16.7¢
- Cadott 16.7¢
- Bloomer 16.7¢
ZIP codes: 54701, 54702, 54703
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Eau Claire?
Most homes in Eau Claire 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¢. Other utilities serving parts of Eau Claire: Dunn County Electric Co-op (16.69¢).
What is the average electric bill in Eau Claire?
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 Eau Claire, WI?
2 utilities serve Eau Claire's ZIP codes: Northern States Power Co., Dunn County Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Eau Claire?
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.