Electricity rates in Jefferson, WI
Jefferson (7,941 people, Jefferson County) is served by 2 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 Jefferson
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin Electric Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 21.15¢ | $135 | 1.06M | 185 |
| Jefferson Utilities | Municipal utility | 12.82¢ | $89 | 3,752 | — |
Power outages in Jefferson County right now
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Outage history in Jefferson County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 269 | 322 |
| Days with outages | 43 | 42 |
| Most customers out at once | 13,807 (40%) | 7,953 (23%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-29 | 2025-03-15 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (269 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Johnson Creek 21.1¢
- Aztalan 21.1¢
- Fort Atkinson 21.1¢
- Milford 21.1¢
- Lake Mills 21.1¢
- Lake Koshkonong 21.1¢
- Lake Ripley 21.1¢
- Cambridge 21.1¢
- Concord 21.1¢
- Whitewater 21.1¢
ZIP codes: 53549
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Jefferson?
Most homes in Jefferson 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 Jefferson: Jefferson Utilities (12.82¢).
What is the average electric bill in Jefferson?
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 Jefferson, WI?
2 utilities serve Jefferson's ZIP codes: Wisconsin Electric Power Co., Jefferson Utilities. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Jefferson?
In 2025, customers in Jefferson County averaged 5 hr 22 min without power. Outages hit 42 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-03-15, when 7,953 customers (23%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.