Electricity rates in West Salem, WI
West Salem (5,014 people, La Crosse 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 West Salem
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northern States Power Co. | Investor-owned utility | 16.69¢ | $121 | 223K | 309 |
Power outages in La Crosse County right now
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Outage history in La Crosse County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 293 | 108 |
| Days with outages | 29 | 29 |
| Most customers out at once | 11,467 (30.7%) | 4,878 (13%) |
| Worst day | 2024-10-19 | 2025-12-18 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
Less outage time than 2024 (293 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Bangor 16.7¢
- Onalaska 16.7¢
- North La Crosse 16.7¢
- French Island 16.7¢
- Holmen 16.7¢
- La Crosse 16.7¢
- Brice Prairie 16.7¢
- Sparta 18.9¢
- Galesville 16.7¢
- Cashton 18.9¢
ZIP codes: 54669
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in West Salem?
Most homes in West Salem 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 West Salem?
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 West Salem, WI?
Northern States Power Co. serves West Salem.
How often does the power go out in West Salem?
In 2025, customers in La Crosse County averaged 108 min without power. Outages hit 29 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-12-18, when 4,878 customers (13%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.