Electricity rates in La Crosse, WI
La Crosse (52,306 people, La Crosse County) is served by Northern States Power Co.. Homes on Northern States Power Co. pay about 16.69¢/kWh, 11% less than the Wisconsin average.
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Electric companies serving La Crosse
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northern States Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 16.69¢ | $121 | 223K | 309 |
Power outages in La Crosse County right now
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Outage history in La Crosse County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 293 | 108 |
| Days with outages | 29 | 29 |
| Most customers out at once | 11,467 (30.7%) | 4,878 (13%) |
| Worst day | 2024-10-19 | 2025-12-18 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (293 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- North La Crosse 16.7¢
- French Island 16.7¢
- Onalaska 16.7¢
- Brice Prairie 16.7¢
- West Salem 16.7¢
- Holmen 16.7¢
- Bangor 16.7¢
- Trempealeau 16.7¢
- Galesville 16.7¢
- Westby 16.7¢
ZIP codes: 54601, 54602, 54603
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in La Crosse?
Most homes in La Crosse get power from Northern States Power Co., where residential customers pay an average of 16.69¢/kWh including all charges. The Wisconsin average is 18.74¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢.
What is the average electric bill in La Crosse?
About $121 a month, based on 726 kWh a month (the average for Northern States Power Co. customers) at 16.69¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in La Crosse, WI?
Northern States Power Co. serves La Crosse.
How often does the power go out in La Crosse?
In 2025, customers in La Crosse County averaged 108 min without power. Outages hit 29 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-12-18, when 4,878 customers (13%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.