Marathon County, Wisconsin Electricity Rates & Statistics
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Marathon County, Wisconsin Electricity Overview
Over the course of the previous year Marathon County has experienced a 21.68% reduction in coal usage, dropping from a previous total of 4,362,891.04 megawatt hours produced from burning coal to 3,417,120.83 megawatt hours.
Natural gas makes up 0.82% of the electricity generation in Marathon County, resulting in a ranking of 16th out of 72 counties in Wisconsin for natural gas generation.
Non-renewable fuels are used in the generation of 93.04% of the megawatt hours produced in Marathon County, ranking it 7th in the state out of 72 counties for total megawatt hours produced from non-renewable sources.
Marathon County has the 229th highest pollution level from electricity use in the nation, releasing 1,447,529,412.96 kilograms of CO2 gases.
The nationwide average residential price per kilowatt hour is 16.01 cents, while residents of Marathon County pay an average rate of 1.23% above the national average at 16.21 cents per kilowatt hour.
Renewable electricity fuel sources account for 6.96%, or 257,853.04 megawatt hours, of Marathon County's total energy generation, giving the county a ranking of 8th in Wisconsin for total megawatt hours from renewable sources.
ENERGY CONSUMPTION
Total Consumption
1,617,631 MWh
Consumption per Capita
11.73 MWh
ENERGY PRODUCTION
Total Production
3,706,661 MWh
Production from Renewable Energy
257,853 MWh
Production from Non-Renewable Energy
3,448,808 MWh
Production per Capita
26.87 MWh
EMISSIONS
CO2 Emissions
1,447,529,413 kg
CO2 Emissions per Capita
10,492.54 kg
Wausau, WI Electricity Overview
Wausau's inhabitants purchase electricity for, on average, 16.52 cents per kilowatt hour, which is, unfortunately, 3.19% above the average nationwide rate of 16.01 cents. The city is ranked 38th in Wisconsin in total electricity produced from electrical power plants within its borders, with 29,039 megawatt hours produced. The city has a deficiency of 436,992.3 megawatt hours due to residents consuming 1504.85% more electricity than the city generates. This leads to the city having to import extra electricity.
The consumption of electricity in Wausau accounts for 224,806,131.57 kilograms of CO2 emissions a year, which is the 23rd largest emissions amount in the state out of 810 cities. This total also results in a ranking of 758th worst in Wisconsin for emissions per capita. Approximately 100.00% of Wausau's electricity is generated using Conventional Hydroelectric. Wausau has the 25th highest number of power plants of any city in the state, with one total plant.
Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Wausau
Wausau residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in March.
Historical Electricity Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in Wausau, Wisconsin
Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
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Wisconsin Public Service | BUNDLED | 16.52 | 100.22 | 29,039 | 2,968,589.46 | 490,392,136 |
Zips with electric coverage in Wausau, Wisconsin include: 54401, 54403, 54476
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Weston, WI Electricity Overview
Weston's inhabitants purchase electricity for, on average, 16.52 cents per kilowatt hour, which is, unfortunately, 3.19% above the average nationwide rate of 16.01 cents. Residents in the city have an average monthly residential power bill of $100.22. This is 27.38% below the nationwide average bill of $138.02. Wisconsin Public Service is the largest vendor in the city based on total residential customers.
The consumption of electricity in Weston accounts for 94,154,706.33 kilograms of CO2 emissions a year, which is the 53rd largest emissions amount in the state out of 810 cities. Averaging 6,032.08 kilograms of CO2 emissions per resident, the city ranks 270th worst in Wisconsin for emissions per capita. There are no power plants in Weston, so citizens must rely on electricity produced outside of the city boundaries.
Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Weston
Weston residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in March.
Historical Electricity Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in Weston, Wisconsin
Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
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Wisconsin Public Service | BUNDLED | 16.52 | 100.22 | 2,968,589.46 | 490,392,136 |
Zips with electric coverage in Weston, Wisconsin include: 54403, 54476, 54471
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Kronenwetter, WI Electricity Overview
Kronenwetter's inhabitants purchase electricity for, on average, 16.67 cents per kilowatt hour, which is, unfortunately, 4.13% above the average nationwide rate of 16.01 cents. Residents in the city have an average monthly residential power bill of $110.64. This is 19.84% below the nationwide average bill of $138.02. Wisconsin Public Service is the largest vendor in the city based on total residential customers.
The consumption of electricity in Kronenwetter accounts for 49,806,868.49 kilograms of CO2 emissions a year, which is the 113th largest emissions amount in the state out of 810 cities. Averaging 6,032.08 kilograms of CO2 emissions per resident, the city ranks 683rd worst in Wisconsin for emissions per capita. There are no power plants in Kronenwetter, so citizens must rely on electricity produced outside of the city boundaries.
Average Residential Electricity Bills & Rates in Kronenwetter
Kronenwetter residential electric rates are highest in January and the highest average bill is in August.
Historical Electricity Rates:
Electric Companies With Service in Kronenwetter, Wisconsin
Provider | Service Type | Residential Rate (¢) | Residential Average Bill ($) | City Production (MWh) | Residential Sales (MWh) | Residential Revenues ($) |
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Central Wisconsin Electric Cooperative | BUNDLED | 19.74 | 132.85 | 60,920.97 | 12,025,391.57 | |
Northern States Power Company | BUNDLED | 16.04 | 115.41 | 1,887,441.58 | 302,679,728 | |
Wisconsin Public Service | BUNDLED | 16.52 | 100.22 | 2,968,589.46 | 490,392,136 |
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Electricity Production in Marathon County, Wisconsin
Power Plants in Marathon County, Wisconsin
Plant | City/County | State | Primary Fuel Type | Production (MWh) | Emission (kg) | Emissions per MWh | Toxic Chemical Release | Closing Date |
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Rothschild | WI | Coal | 3,399,148 | 3,167,037,065.25 | 931.71 | |||
Rothschild Biomass Cogen FacilityWE Energies (100.00%) | Rothschild | WI | Wood/Wood Waste Solids | 173,123 | 108,069,522.4 | 624.24 | ||
Mosinee MillAhlstrom-Munksjo (23.30%)Expera Specialty Solutions (62.76%) | Mosinee | WI | Black Liquour | 118,313.48 | 48,546,992.1 | 410.33 | ||
Wausau | WI | Conventional Hydroelectric | 29,039 | |||||
Domtar Paper Company RothschildDomtar Paper Company Rothschild (100.00%) | Rothschild | WI | Conventional Hydroelectric | 3,526.38 |
Marathon County, Wisconsin Details
Emitting 1,447,529,412.96 kilograms of CO2 emissions, Marathon County ranks 5th worst out of 72 counties in the state for total emissions from electricity consumption. The county averages 10,492.54 kilograms of CO2 emissions per capita from electricity consumption, which is a better measurement of the county's emission levels. They rank 6th highest in the state in this category. Electricity plants in the county primarily use Coal, which makes up 92.19% of the fuel types used for electricity generation in the county. Secondary fuels used during electricity production include Wood/Wood Waste Solids at 4.54% and Conventional Hydroelectric at 1.27% of generation. Marathon County has 5 electricity producing plants in the county. This is the 460th most power plants within a county.
Providers In Each City in Marathon County:
- Aniwa, Wisconsin:
- Badger Power Marketing Authority: 49.99%
- Alliant Energy: 50.01%
- Athens, Wisconsin:
- Northern States Power Company: 55.30%
- Taylor Electric: 44.70%
- Edgar, Wisconsin:
- Northern States Power Company: 50.00%
- Wisconsin Public Service: 50.00%
- Eland, Wisconsin:
- Central Wisconsin Electric Cooperative: 3.32%
- Alliant Energy: 48.32%
- Badger Power Marketing Authority: 48.36%
- Elderon, Wisconsin:
- Alliant Energy: 33.33%
- Northern States Power Company: 33.33%
- Central Wisconsin Electric Cooperative: 33.33%
- Fenwood, Wisconsin:
- Wisconsin Public Service: 100.00%
- Hatley, Wisconsin:
- Alliant Energy: 47.71%
- Wisconsin Public Service: 4.59%
- Northern States Power Company: 47.71%
- Kronenwetter, Wisconsin:
- Central Wisconsin Electric Cooperative: 11.29%
- Wisconsin Public Service: 44.36%
- Northern States Power Company: 44.36%
- Marathon City, Wisconsin:
- Wisconsin Public Service: 100.00%
- Mosinee, Wisconsin:
- Wisconsin Public Service: 100.00%
- Rothschild, Wisconsin:
- Wisconsin Public Service: 100.00%
- Schofield, Wisconsin:
- Northern States Power Company: 50.00%
- Wisconsin Public Service: 50.00%
- Spencer, Wisconsin:
- Northern States Power Company: 50.00%
- Clark Electric: 50.00%
- Stratford, Wisconsin:
- Stratford, Wisconsin Electric Utility: 49.91%
- Northern States Power Company: 50.09%
- Wausau, Wisconsin:
- Wisconsin Public Service: 100.00%
- Weston, Wisconsin:
- Wisconsin Public Service: 100.00%
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FAQ
How many power plants are located in Marathon County, Wisconsin?
Marathon County, Wisconsin has 5 electricity plants producing electricity for the county and other surrounding areas.
What electricity company is the largest provider in Marathon County, Wisconsin?
The largest electricity supplier in Marathon County, Wisconsin by total customer count is Wisconsin Public Service.
How many electric companies offer service in Marathon County, Wisconsin?
Marathon County, Wisconsin has 8 electricity providers operating in the area.
Which electricity companies offer service in Marathon County, Wisconsin?
County Customers Rank | Provider | Est. County Customers |
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1 | Wisconsin Public Service | 52,821 |
2 | Northern States Power Company | 15,119 |
3 | Alliant Energy | 8,798 |
4 | Marshfield Utilities | 4,152 |
5 | Central Wisconsin Electric Cooperative | 1,654 |
6 | Taylor Electric | 944 |
7 | Stratford, Wisconsin Electric Utility | 888 |
8 | Clark Electric | 818 |