What is the average electricity rate in Eau Claire, Wisconsin?

The average residential electricity rate in Eau Claire is approximately 15.95¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $120 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Eau Claire?

Natural gas customers in Eau Claire pay an average of $98 per month. The rate is approximately $0.97/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Eau Claire, Wisconsin?

Electricity in Eau Claire is distributed by Northern States Power Co and Riverland Energy Cooperative. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.

Which gas company serves Eau Claire?

Eau Claire natural gas service is provided by We Energies Gas and Madison Gas and Electric. Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.

How do Eau Claire electricity rates compare to Wisconsin averages?

Eau Claire's electricity rate of 15.95¢/kWh is below the Wisconsin state average of 19.74¢/kWh. This can reflect a municipal utility or favorable regional generation mix.

How do I start or stop utility service in Eau Claire?

To start electric service in Eau Claire, contact Northern States Power Co and Riverland Energy Cooperative. For gas service, contact We Energies Gas and Madison Gas and Electric. You'll typically need a photo ID, your new address, and a move-in date. Service can usually be established within 1-3 business days.

Eau Claire, Wisconsin Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in Eau Claire, Wisconsin

Eau Claire is served by Northern States Power Co and Riverland Energy Cooperative. Utilities covering Eau Claire County report an average residential electricity rate of 15.95¢/kWh — below the Wisconsin state average of 19.74¢/kWh — and a typical monthly electric bill of $120. Natural gas in Eau Claire is distributed by We Energies Gas.

Compared to the Wisconsin state average of 19.74¢/kWh/kWh, Eau Claire's electricity rate of 15.95¢/kWh is 3.79¢ below the Wisconsin average. As Wisconsin has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Eau Claire

Northern States Power Co
Riverland Energy Cooperative

Natural Gas Utility in Eau Claire

We Energies Gas
Madison Gas and Electric

Eau Claire vs Wisconsin Energy Rates

Metric	Eau Claire	Wisconsin Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	15.95¢	19.74¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$0.97	$0.97	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$120	$109	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$98	$98	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Eau Claire Residents

As a Wisconsin city, Eau Claire residents can access the following state and local assistance programs:

✅ Wisconsin LIHEAP
✅ Wisconsin Home Energy Assistance Program (WHEAP)
✅ Focus on Energy
✅ Energy Efficiency Wisconsin

Energy-Saving Tips for Eau Claire Residents

✓ Ensure attic insulation is at least R-49 — Michigan and Wisconsin winters demand maximum insulation.
✓ Install a high-efficiency furnace (95%+ AFUE) if your system is over 15 years old.
✓ Insulate your basement ceiling and rim joists — a major source of heat loss.
✓ Apply weatherstripping and caulk around all windows and doors before winter.
✓ Use a programmable thermostat to automatically lower heat overnight.

FAQ — Gas & Electricity in Eau Claire, Wisconsin

The average residential electricity rate in Eau Claire is approximately 15.95¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $120 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Eau Claire pay an average of $98 per month. The rate is approximately $0.97/therm per therm.
Electricity in Eau Claire is distributed by Northern States Power Co and Riverland Energy Cooperative. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Eau Claire natural gas service is provided by We Energies Gas and Madison Gas and Electric. Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.
Eau Claire's electricity rate of 15.95¢/kWh is below the Wisconsin state average of 19.74¢/kWh. This can reflect a municipal utility or favorable regional generation mix.
To start electric service in Eau Claire, contact Northern States Power Co and Riverland Energy Cooperative. For gas service, contact We Energies Gas and Madison Gas and Electric. You'll typically need a photo ID, your new address, and a move-in date. Service can usually be established within 1-3 business days.