Electricity rates in Markesan, WI
Markesan (1,417 people, Green Lake 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 Markesan
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin Power & Light Co. | Investor-owned utility | 18.86¢ | $131 | 441K | 96 |
| Adams-Columbia Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 19.59¢ | $126 | 36K | 108 |
Power outages in Green Lake County right now
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Outage history in Green Lake County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 206 | 128 |
| Days with outages | 28 | 28 |
| Most customers out at once | 6,727 (40.8%) | 1,426 (8.6%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-22 | 2025-01-10 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (206 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 53946
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Markesan?
Most homes in Markesan 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 Markesan: Adams-Columbia Electric Co-op (19.59¢).
What is the average electric bill in Markesan?
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 Markesan, WI?
2 utilities serve Markesan's ZIP codes: Wisconsin Power & Light Co., Adams-Columbia Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Markesan?
In 2025, customers in Green Lake County averaged 2 hr 8 min without power. Outages hit 28 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-01-10, when 1,426 customers (8.6%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.