Electricity rates in West Bend, WI
West Bend (31,695 people, Washington 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 West Bend
| 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 Washington County right now
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Outage history in Washington County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 501 | 430 |
| Days with outages | 66 | 62 |
| Most customers out at once | 6,085 (17.7%) | 5,821 (17%) |
| Worst day | 2024-08-27 | 2025-08-10 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (501 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 53090, 53095
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in West Bend?
Most homes in West Bend 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 West Bend?
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 West Bend, WI?
Wisconsin Electric Power Co. serves West Bend.
How often does the power go out in West Bend?
In 2025, customers in Washington County averaged 7 hr 10 min without power. Outages hit 62 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-08-10, when 5,821 customers (17%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.