Electricity rates in Manitowoc, WI
Manitowoc (33,010 people, Manitowoc County) is served by 3 electric utilities. Homes on Manitowoc Public Utilities pay about 11.80¢/kWh, 37% less than the Wisconsin average.
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Electric companies serving Manitowoc
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manitowoc Public Utilities | Municipal utility | 11.80¢ | $67 | 16K | 36 |
| Wisconsin Public Service Corp. | Investor-owned utility | 17.53¢ | $108 | 416K | 630 |
| Two Rivers Water & Light | Municipal utility | 13.46¢ | $70 | 5,581 | 67 |
Power outages in Manitowoc County right now
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Outage history in Manitowoc County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 83 | 37 |
| Days with outages | 16 | 13 |
| Most customers out at once | 2,698 (5.6%) | 2,127 (4.4%) |
| Worst day | 2024-06-25 | 2025-07-17 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (83 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Two Rivers 17.5¢
- Mishicot 17.5¢
- Cato 17.5¢
- Cleveland 21.1¢
- Meeme 17.5¢
- Reedsville 17.5¢
- Cooperstown 17.5¢
- Howards Grove 21.1¢
- Denmark 17.5¢
- Brillion 21.1¢
ZIP codes: 54220, 54221
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Manitowoc?
Most homes in Manitowoc get power from Manitowoc Public Utilities, where residential customers pay an average of 11.80¢/kWh including all charges. The Wisconsin average is 18.74¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Manitowoc: Wisconsin Public Service Corp. (17.53¢), Two Rivers Water & Light (13.46¢).
What is the average electric bill in Manitowoc?
About $67 a month, based on 571 kWh a month (the average for Manitowoc Public Utilities customers) at 11.80¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Manitowoc, WI?
3 utilities serve Manitowoc's ZIP codes: Manitowoc Public Utilities, Wisconsin Public Service Corp., Two Rivers Water & Light. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Manitowoc?
In 2025, customers in Manitowoc County averaged 37 min without power. Outages hit 13 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-07-17, when 2,127 customers (4.4%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.