Electricity rates in Franklin, WI
Franklin (36,222 people, Milwaukee County) is served by Wisconsin Electric Power Co.. Homes on Wisconsin Electric Power Co. pay about 21.15¢/kWh, 13% more than the Wisconsin average.
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Electric companies serving Franklin
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin Electric Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 21.15¢ | $135 | 1.06M | 185 |
Power outages in Milwaukee County right now
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Outage history in Milwaukee County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 257 | 190 |
| Days with outages | 37 | 36 |
| Most customers out at once | 59,651 (10%) | 34,345 (5.8%) |
| Worst day | 2024-01-13 | 2025-08-10 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (257 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Hales Corners 21.1¢
- Greendale 21.1¢
- Greenfield 21.1¢
- Muskego 21.1¢
- New Berlin 21.1¢
- Wind Lake 21.1¢
- Caledonia 21.1¢
- Big Bend 21.1¢
- Oak Creek 21.1¢
- West Allis 21.1¢
ZIP codes: 53132
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Franklin?
Most homes in Franklin 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¢.
What is the average electric bill in Franklin?
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 Franklin, WI?
Wisconsin Electric Power Co. serves Franklin.
How often does the power go out in Franklin?
In 2025, customers in Milwaukee County averaged 3 hr 10 min without power. Outages hit 36 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-08-10, when 34,345 customers (5.8%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.