Electricity rates in Gillett, WI
Gillett (1,353 people, Oconto 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 Gillett
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin Electric Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 21.15¢ | $135 | 1.06M | 185 |
| Wisconsin Power & Light Co. | Investor-owned utility | 18.86¢ | $131 | 441K | 96 |
| Wisconsin Public Service Corp. | Investor-owned utility | 17.53¢ | $108 | 416K | 630 |
Power outages in Oconto County right now
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Outage history in Oconto County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 941 | 970 |
| Days with outages | 32 | 34 |
| Most customers out at once | 9,706 (36.3%) | 8,472 (31.7%) |
| Worst day | 2024-04-03 | 2025-03-30 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (941 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Oconto Falls 21.1¢
- Legend Lake 21.1¢
- Bonduel 21.1¢
- Pulaski 21.1¢
- Keshena 21.1¢
- Shawano 21.1¢
- Pittsfield 21.1¢
- Belle Plaine 18.9¢
- Oconto 17.5¢
- Suamico 17.5¢
ZIP codes: 54124
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Gillett?
Most homes in Gillett 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 Gillett: Wisconsin Power & Light Co. (18.86¢), Wisconsin Public Service Corp. (17.53¢).
What is the average electric bill in Gillett?
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 Gillett, WI?
3 utilities serve Gillett's ZIP codes: Wisconsin Electric Power Co., Wisconsin Power & Light Co., Wisconsin Public Service Corp.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Gillett?
In 2025, customers in Oconto County averaged 16 hr 10 min without power. Outages hit 34 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-03-30, when 8,472 customers (31.7%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.