Electricity rates in Superior, WI
Superior (26,579 people, Douglas County) is served by 3 electric utilities. Homes on Superior Water and Light Co. pay about 16.31¢/kWh, 13% less than the Wisconsin average.
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Electric companies serving Superior
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Superior Water and Light Co. | Investor-owned utility | 16.31¢ | $90 | 13K | 25 |
| Dahlberg Light & Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 13.10¢ | $77 | 11K | — |
| East Central Energy | Electric cooperative | 17.48¢ | $139 | 5,201 | — |
Power outages in Douglas County right now
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Outage history in Douglas County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 45 | 88 |
| Days with outages | 14 | 17 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,952 (6.7%) | 3,913 (13.5%) |
| Worst day | 2024-07-08 | 2025-01-22 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (45 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Lake Nebagamon 13.1¢
- Hayward 16.7¢
- Washburn 16.7¢
- Ashland 16.7¢
- Little Round Lake 16.7¢
- Spooner 16.7¢
- Shell Lake 16.7¢
- Grantsburg 15.3¢
- Frederic 16.7¢
- Luck 16.7¢
ZIP codes: 54880
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Superior?
Most homes in Superior get power from Superior Water and Light Co., where residential customers pay an average of 16.31¢/kWh including all charges. The Wisconsin average is 18.74¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Superior: Dahlberg Light & Power Co. (13.10¢), East Central Energy (17.48¢).
What is the average electric bill in Superior?
About $91 a month, based on 555 kWh a month (the average for Superior Water and Light Co. customers) at 16.31¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Superior, WI?
3 utilities serve Superior's ZIP codes: Superior Water and Light Co., Dahlberg Light & Power Co., East Central Energy. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Superior?
In 2025, customers in Douglas County averaged 88 min without power. Outages hit 17 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-01-22, when 3,913 customers (13.5%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.