Electricity rates in Washburn, WI
Washburn (2,055 people, Bayfield County) is served by Northern States Power Co.. Homes on Northern States Power Co. pay about 16.69¢/kWh, 11% less than the Wisconsin average.
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Electric companies serving Washburn
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northern States Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 16.69¢ | $121 | 223K | 309 |
Power outages in Bayfield County right now
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Outage history in Bayfield County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 92 | 281 |
| Days with outages | 22 | 30 |
| Most customers out at once | 476 (7.4%) | 1,597 (24.7%) |
| Worst day | 2024-06-01 | 2025-09-02 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (92 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Ashland 16.7¢
- Hurley 16.7¢
- Lake Nebagamon 13.1¢
- Hayward 16.7¢
- Little Round Lake 16.7¢
- Park Falls 17.5¢
- Superior 16.3¢
- Lac du Flambeau 17.5¢
- Phillips 16.7¢
- Spooner 16.7¢
ZIP codes: 54891
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Washburn?
Most homes in Washburn 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¢.
What is the average electric bill in Washburn?
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 Washburn, WI?
Northern States Power Co. serves Washburn.
How often does the power go out in Washburn?
In 2025, customers in Bayfield County averaged 4 hr 41 min without power. Outages hit 30 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-09-02, when 1,597 customers (24.7%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.