Electricity rates in North Prairie, WI
North Prairie (2,158 people, Waukesha County) is served by Wisconsin Electric Power Co.. Homes on Wisconsin Electric Power Co. pay about 21.15¢/kWh, 13% more than the Wisconsin average.
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Electric companies serving North Prairie
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin Electric Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 21.15¢ | $135 | 1.06M | 185 |
Power outages in Waukesha County right now
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Outage history in Waukesha County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 773 | 252 |
| Days with outages | 69 | 46 |
| Most customers out at once | 34,927 (24.4%) | 14,153 (9.9%) |
| Worst day | 2024-01-13 | 2025-08-12 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (773 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 53153
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in North Prairie?
Most homes in North Prairie 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¢.
What is the average electric bill in North Prairie?
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 North Prairie, WI?
Wisconsin Electric Power Co. serves North Prairie.
How often does the power go out in North Prairie?
In 2025, customers in Waukesha County averaged 4 hr 12 min without power. Outages hit 46 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-08-12, when 14,153 customers (9.9%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.