Electricity rates in Hillsboro, WI
Hillsboro (1,420 people, Vernon County) is served by Wisconsin Power & Light Co.. Homes on Wisconsin Power & Light Co. pay about 18.86¢/kWh, 1% more than the Wisconsin average.
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Electric companies serving Hillsboro
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin Power & Light Co. | Investor-owned utility | 18.86¢ | $131 | 441K | 96 |
Power outages in Vernon County right now
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Outage history in Vernon County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 65 | 45 |
| Days with outages | 13 | 13 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,218 (9.5%) | 1,071 (8.4%) |
| Worst day | 2024-07-14 | 2025-12-30 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (65 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Elroy 18.9¢
- Mauston 18.9¢
- New Lisbon 18.9¢
- Reedsburg 12.8¢
- Richland Center 18.9¢
- Cashton 18.9¢
- Tomah 18.9¢
- Westby 16.7¢
- Lake Delton 18.9¢
- Viroqua 16.7¢
ZIP codes: 54634
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Hillsboro?
Most homes in Hillsboro get power from Wisconsin Power & Light Co., where residential customers pay an average of 18.86¢/kWh including all charges. The Wisconsin average is 18.74¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢.
What is the average electric bill in Hillsboro?
About $131 a month, based on 694 kWh a month (the average for Wisconsin Power & Light Co. customers) at 18.86¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Hillsboro, WI?
Wisconsin Power & Light Co. serves Hillsboro.
How often does the power go out in Hillsboro?
In 2025, customers in Vernon County averaged 45 min without power. Outages hit 13 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-12-30, when 1,071 customers (8.4%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.