Electricity rates in Tomahawk, WI
Tomahawk (3,223 people, Lincoln County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Wisconsin Public Service Corp. pay about 17.53¢/kWh, 6% less than the Wisconsin average.
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Electric companies serving Tomahawk
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin Public Service Corp. | Investor-owned utility | 17.53¢ | $108 | 416K | 630 |
| Northern States Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 16.69¢ | $121 | 223K | 309 |
Power outages in Lincoln County right now
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Outage history in Lincoln County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 470 | 739 |
| Days with outages | 39 | 39 |
| Most customers out at once | 4,914 (31.1%) | 3,694 (23.4%) |
| Worst day | 2024-07-23 | 2025-12-29 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (470 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Rhinelander 17.5¢
- Merrill 17.5¢
- Maine 17.5¢
- Athens 17.5¢
- Lac du Flambeau 17.5¢
- Wausau 17.5¢
- Phillips 16.7¢
- Antigo 18.9¢
- Medford 16.7¢
- Marathon 17.5¢
ZIP codes: 54487
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Tomahawk?
Most homes in Tomahawk get power from Wisconsin Public Service Corp., where residential customers pay an average of 17.53¢/kWh including all charges. The Wisconsin average is 18.74¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Tomahawk: Northern States Power Co. (16.69¢).
What is the average electric bill in Tomahawk?
About $108 a month, based on 616 kWh a month (the average for Wisconsin Public Service Corp. customers) at 17.53¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Tomahawk, WI?
2 utilities serve Tomahawk's ZIP codes: Wisconsin Public Service Corp., Northern States Power Co.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Tomahawk?
In 2025, customers in Lincoln County averaged 12 hr 19 min without power. Outages hit 39 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-12-29, when 3,694 customers (23.4%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.