Electricity rates in Waukesha, WI
Waukesha (71,970 people, Waukesha County) is served by Wisconsin Electric Power Co.. Homes on Wisconsin Electric Power Co. pay about 21.15¢/kWh, 13% more than the Wisconsin average.
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Electric companies serving Waukesha
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin Electric Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 21.15¢ | $135 | 1.06M | 185 |
Power outages in Waukesha County right now
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Outage history in Waukesha County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 773 | 252 |
| Days with outages | 69 | 46 |
| Most customers out at once | 34,927 (24.4%) | 14,153 (9.9%) |
| Worst day | 2024-01-13 | 2025-08-12 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (773 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Pewaukee 21.1¢
- New Berlin 21.1¢
- Brookfield 21.1¢
- Wales 21.1¢
- Elm Grove 21.1¢
- Sussex 21.1¢
- Hartland 21.1¢
- Muskego 21.1¢
- Big Bend 21.1¢
- Delafield 21.1¢
ZIP codes: 53186, 53187, 53188, 53189
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Waukesha?
Most homes in Waukesha get power from Wisconsin Electric Power Co., where residential customers pay an average of 21.15¢/kWh including all charges. The Wisconsin average is 18.74¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢.
What is the average electric bill in Waukesha?
About $135 a month, based on 640 kWh a month (the average for Wisconsin Electric Power Co. customers) at 21.15¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Waukesha, WI?
Wisconsin Electric Power Co. serves Waukesha.
How often does the power go out in Waukesha?
In 2025, customers in Waukesha County averaged 4 hr 12 min without power. Outages hit 46 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-08-12, when 14,153 customers (9.9%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.