Electricity rates in Somerset, WI
Somerset (2,693 people, St. Croix 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 Somerset
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northern States Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 16.69¢ | $121 | 223K | 309 |
| Polk-Burnett Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 16.47¢ | $131 | 21K | 104 |
Power outages in St. Croix County right now
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Outage history in St. Croix County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 166 | 387 |
| Days with outages | 34 | 24 |
| Most customers out at once | 4,190 (13.3%) | 12,121 (38.4%) |
| Worst day | 2024-07-26 | 2025-07-29 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (166 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- New Richmond 16.7¢
- North Hudson 16.7¢
- Hudson 16.7¢
- Roberts 16.7¢
- Osceola 16.7¢
- Hammond 16.7¢
- Baldwin 16.7¢
- River Falls 16.7¢
- Amery 16.7¢
- Saint Croix Falls 16.7¢
ZIP codes: 54025
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Somerset?
Most homes in Somerset 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 Somerset: Polk-Burnett Electric Co-op (16.47¢).
What is the average electric bill in Somerset?
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 Somerset, WI?
2 utilities serve Somerset's ZIP codes: Northern States Power Co., Polk-Burnett Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Somerset?
In 2025, customers in St. Croix County averaged 6 hr 27 min without power. Outages hit 24 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-07-29, when 12,121 customers (38.4%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.