Electricity rates in Iola, WI
Iola (1,273 people, Waupaca County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Wisconsin Power & Light Co. pay about 18.86¢/kWh, 1% more than the Wisconsin average.
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Electric companies serving Iola
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin Power & Light Co. | Investor-owned utility | 18.86¢ | $131 | 441K | 96 |
| Wisconsin Electric Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 21.15¢ | $135 | 1.06M | 185 |
Power outages in Waupaca County right now
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Outage history in Waupaca County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 418 | 180 |
| Days with outages | 25 | 37 |
| Most customers out at once | 7,904 (33.5%) | 4,084 (17.3%) |
| Worst day | 2024-04-03 | 2025-08-09 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (418 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Amherst 18.9¢
- Waupaca 21.1¢
- Manawa 21.1¢
- King 17.5¢
- Weyauwega 21.1¢
- Marion 21.1¢
- Clintonville 21.1¢
- Plover 18.9¢
- New London 21.1¢
- Whiting 17.5¢
ZIP codes: 54945, 54990
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Iola?
Most homes in Iola 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¢. Other utilities serving parts of Iola: Wisconsin Electric Power Co. (21.15¢).
What is the average electric bill in Iola?
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 Iola, WI?
2 utilities serve Iola's ZIP codes: Wisconsin Power & Light Co., Wisconsin Electric Power Co.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Iola?
In 2025, customers in Waupaca County averaged 3 hr 0 min without power. Outages hit 37 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-08-09, when 4,084 customers (17.3%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.