Electricity rates in Onalaska, WI
Onalaska (18,468 people, La Crosse County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Northern States Power Co. pay about 16.69¢/kWh, 11% less than the Wisconsin average.
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Electric companies serving Onalaska
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northern States Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 16.69¢ | $121 | 223K | 309 |
| Riverland Energy Cooperative | Electric cooperative | 16.70¢ | $177 | 19K | 170 |
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
- French Island 16.7¢
- North La Crosse 16.7¢
- Brice Prairie 16.7¢
- Holmen 16.7¢
- La Crosse 16.7¢
- West Salem 16.7¢
- Bangor 16.7¢
- Trempealeau 16.7¢
- Galesville 16.7¢
- Sparta 18.9¢
ZIP codes: 54650
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Onalaska?
Most homes in Onalaska 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¢. Other utilities serving parts of Onalaska: Riverland Energy Cooperative (16.70¢).
What is the average electric bill in Onalaska?
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 Onalaska, WI?
2 utilities serve Onalaska's ZIP codes: Northern States Power Co., Riverland Energy Cooperative. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Onalaska?
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.