Electricity Rates Comparison
Data from U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) · November 2025
| Metric | Iowa | Wisconsin | National Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residential Rate (¢/kWh) | 13.55¢ | 18.39¢ | 17.24¢ |
| Commercial Rate (¢/kWh) | 10.26¢ | 12.66¢ | — |
| Industrial Rate (¢/kWh) | 6.40¢ | 8.56¢ | — |
| Avg Monthly Bill | $112.77 | $118.64 | $152.02 |
| Avg Monthly Usage (kWh) | 832 | 645 | — |
| Market Type | regulated | regulated | — |
Iowa has a lower residential electricity rate at 13.55¢/kWh compared to Wisconsin's 18.39¢/kWh — a difference of 4.84¢/kWh (26.3%).
The average monthly electric bill in Iowa is $112.77 (832 kWh/month), while in Wisconsin it is $118.64 (645 kWh/month). The national average is $152.02.
Iowa has a regulated electricity market, while Wisconsin has a regulated market.
The national average residential rate is 17.24¢/kWh. Iowa is below the national average at 13.55¢/kWh, and Wisconsin is above the national average at 18.39¢/kWh.
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