What is the average electricity rate in Madison, Wisconsin?

The average residential electricity rate in Madison is approximately 18.02¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $114 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Madison?

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

Which electric company serves Madison, Wisconsin?

Electricity in Madison is distributed by Wisconsin Electric Power Co and Wisconsin Power & Light Co. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.

Which gas company serves Madison?

Madison 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 Madison electricity rates compare to Wisconsin averages?

Madison's electricity rate of 18.02¢/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 Madison?

To start electric service in Madison, contact Wisconsin Electric Power Co and Wisconsin Power & Light Co. 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.

Madison, Wisconsin Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in Madison, Wisconsin

Madison is served by Wisconsin Electric Power Co and Wisconsin Power & Light Co. Utilities covering Dane County report an average residential electricity rate of 18.02¢/kWh — below the Wisconsin state average of 19.74¢/kWh — and a typical monthly electric bill of $114. Natural gas in Madison is distributed by We Energies Gas.

Compared to the Wisconsin state average of 19.74¢/kWh/kWh, Madison's electricity rate of 18.02¢/kWh is 1.72¢ below the Wisconsin average. As Wisconsin has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Madison

Wisconsin Electric Power Co
Wisconsin Power & Light Co
Madison Gas & Electric Co

Natural Gas Utility in Madison

We Energies Gas
Madison Gas and Electric

Madison vs Wisconsin Energy Rates

Metric	Madison	Wisconsin Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	18.02¢	19.74¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$0.97	$0.97	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$114	$109	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$98	$98	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Madison Residents

As a Wisconsin city, Madison 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 Madison 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 Madison, Wisconsin

The average residential electricity rate in Madison is approximately 18.02¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $114 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Madison pay an average of $98 per month. The rate is approximately $0.97/therm per therm.
Electricity in Madison is distributed by Wisconsin Electric Power Co and Wisconsin Power & Light Co. Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Madison 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.
Madison's electricity rate of 18.02¢/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 Madison, contact Wisconsin Electric Power Co and Wisconsin Power & Light Co. 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.