Electricity rates in West Milwaukee, WI
West Milwaukee (4,212 people, Milwaukee 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 Milwaukee
| 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 Milwaukee County right now
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Outage history in Milwaukee County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 257 | 190 |
| Days with outages | 37 | 36 |
| Most customers out at once | 59,651 (10%) | 34,345 (5.8%) |
| Worst day | 2024-01-13 | 2025-08-10 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (257 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- West Allis 21.1¢
- Wauwatosa 21.1¢
- Milwaukee 21.1¢
- Greenfield 21.1¢
- Greendale 21.1¢
- Saint Francis 21.1¢
- Elm Grove 21.1¢
- Hales Corners 21.1¢
- Cudahy 21.1¢
- Shorewood 21.1¢
ZIP codes: 53204, 53215, 53219
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in West Milwaukee?
Most homes in West Milwaukee 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 Milwaukee?
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 Milwaukee, WI?
Wisconsin Electric Power Co. serves West Milwaukee.
How often does the power go out in West Milwaukee?
In 2025, customers in Milwaukee County averaged 3 hr 10 min without power. Outages hit 36 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-08-10, when 34,345 customers (5.8%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.