Electricity rates in Grantsburg, WI
Grantsburg (1,289 people, Burnett County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Northwestern Wisconsin Electric Co. pay about 15.29¢/kWh, 18% less than the Wisconsin average.
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Electric companies serving Grantsburg
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northwestern Wisconsin Electric Co. | Investor-owned utility | 15.29¢ | $88 | 13K | — |
| East Central Energy | Electric cooperative | 17.48¢ | $139 | 5,201 | — |
Power outages in Burnett County right now
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Outage history in Burnett County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 70 | 132 |
| Days with outages | 22 | 27 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,239 (13.2%) | 2,212 (23.5%) |
| Worst day | 2024-07-31 | 2025-08-15 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (70 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Frederic 16.7¢
- Luck 16.7¢
- Saint Croix Falls 16.7¢
- Osceola 16.7¢
- Amery 16.7¢
- Cumberland 16.7¢
- Shell Lake 16.7¢
- Turtle Lake 16.7¢
- Spooner 16.7¢
- Clear Lake 16.7¢
ZIP codes: 54840
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Grantsburg?
Most homes in Grantsburg get power from Northwestern Wisconsin Electric Co., where residential customers pay an average of 15.29¢/kWh including all charges. The Wisconsin average is 18.74¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Grantsburg: East Central Energy (17.48¢).
What is the average electric bill in Grantsburg?
About $88 a month, based on 574 kWh a month (the average for Northwestern Wisconsin Electric Co. customers) at 15.29¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Grantsburg, WI?
2 utilities serve Grantsburg's ZIP codes: Northwestern Wisconsin Electric Co., East Central Energy. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Grantsburg?
In 2025, customers in Burnett County averaged 2 hr 12 min without power. Outages hit 27 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-08-15, when 2,212 customers (23.5%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.