Electricity Cost: Texas vs Wisconsin

Electricity costs about 12% more in Wisconsin than in Texas. A typical monthly bill runs about $153 in Texas vs $173 in Wisconsin.

Based on average residential rates from EIA data · 900 kWh of monthly use

Texas rate
16.99 ¢/kWh
Wisconsin rate
19.21 ¢/kWh
Texas 900 kWh bill
$152.91
Wisconsin 900 kWh bill
$172.89

Is electricity cheaper in Texas or Wisconsin?

StateElectricity rateEstimated monthly bill
Texas16.99 ¢/kWh$152.91
Wisconsin19.21 ¢/kWh$172.89

What the difference adds up to

At a typical 900 kWh a month, a household in Wisconsin pays about $19.98 more than one in Texas — about 12% higher, or roughly $240 a year for the same electricity.

Monthly Bill Comparison

Estimated monthly bill at 900 kWhEstimated monthly bill at 900 kWh. Texas vs Wisconsin. Texas: $152.91; Wisconsin: $172.89Texas$152.91Wisconsin$172.89
Texas vs Wisconsin

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is electricity cheaper in Texas or Wisconsin?
Texas has cheaper electricity. At 900 kWh/month, the estimated bill is $152.91 in Texas vs $172.89 in Wisconsin—about 11.6% less.
How much more expensive is electricity in Wisconsin?
At 900 kWh/month, electricity in Wisconsin costs about $19.98 more per month than in Texas—roughly 11.6% higher.
Why do electricity prices vary between states?
Electricity prices vary due to generation mix (coal, gas, nuclear, renewables), transmission costs, regulations, taxes, and demand. States with more hydropower or natural gas often have lower rates; those relying on imported power or with higher renewable mandates may have higher rates.

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