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EV Charging Costs in Wisconsin
Data updated: February 16, 2026
Wisconsin ranks #35 nationally for residential electricity rates at $0.18/kWh. Wisconsin has an EV adoption rate of 2.2% with expanding charging access across urban and regional corridors. With 1,344 Level 2 ports and 804 DC fast ports statewide, charging infrastructure continues to expand.
Average Rate
$0.18/kWh
Rank #35 out of 50
Major Cities Tracked
3
Local rate snapshots
Charging Stations
829
Public stations tracked
Average Electricity Rates in Wisconsin
Residential electricity benchmark and utility snapshots for EV owners.
$0.18/kWh
$0.00/kWh above US average
up 3.2%
Many utilities offer off-peak EV charging options that can lower effective charging costs.
| Utility | Avg Rate |
|---|---|
| Wisconsin Utility Average | $0.18/kWh |
| Wisconsin Municipal Utility | $0.17/kWh |
Rates updated monthly | Source: EIA and utility filings.
Why Choose Wisconsin for EV Ownership
EV Charging Costs by City in Wisconsin
View more Wisconsin cities ->| City | Avg Rate | Monthly Cost Estimate | Action |
|---|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee | $0.19/kWh | $50.00/month | View city page -> |
| Milwaukee Metro | $0.18/kWh | $47.37/month | Estimate for city -> |
| Milwaukee Suburbs | $0.17/kWh | $44.74/month | Estimate for city -> |
EV Charging Stations in Wisconsin
Level 2 Ports
1,344
DC Fast Ports
804
Stations per 100k Residents
13.9
US average: 23.0
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How Wisconsin Compares to Nearby States
| State | Rate | Rank | DC Fast |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin (Current) | $0.18/kWh | #35 | 804 |
| Minnesota | $0.16/kWh | #25 | 903 |
| Iowa | $0.14/kWh | #12 | 534 |
| Illinois | $0.18/kWh | #33 | 2,388 |
| Michigan | $0.20/kWh | #37 | 1,549 |
| North Dakota | $0.12/kWh | #2 | 142 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a realistic monthly charging budget in Wisconsin?
Using Wisconsin's average residential rate ($0.18/kWh), many drivers can model roughly $47.37 per month for 1,000 miles.
How do city charging rates vary inside Wisconsin?
Green Bay is among the lowest in this state sample at $0.17/kWh, while Milwaukee reaches about $0.20/kWh.
How strong is charging access across Wisconsin?
Wisconsin shows about 829 public charging locations, 804 DC fast ports, and roughly 13.9 locations per 100k residents (US avg 23.0).
Is Wisconsin cheaper than nearby states for charging?
North Dakota is currently lower at $0.12/kWh, while Wisconsin is $0.18/kWh. Check the neighbor comparison table for the full spread.
Which charging networks are most visible in Wisconsin?
Commonly listed networks include ChargePoint Network, Blink Network, Tesla Destination, with station availability varying by metro and highway corridor.
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Internal Resources
Data updated monthly where available, with modeled estimates for missing local values.