Electricity rates in Algona, IA
Algona (5,470 people, Kossuth County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on Interstate Power and Light Co. pay about 18.29¢/kWh, 29% more than the Iowa average.
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Electric companies serving Algona
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Interstate Power and Light Co. | Investor-owned utility | 18.29¢ | $135 | 419K | 89 |
| Iowa Lakes Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 14.19¢ | $216 | 9,757 | 55 |
Power outages in Kossuth County right now
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Outage history in Kossuth County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 51 | 264 |
| Days with outages | 12 | 34 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,048 (13.6%) | 1,586 (20.6%) |
| Worst day | 2024-04-22 | 2025-03-05 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (51 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Britt 18.3¢
- Emmetsburg 11.5¢
- Humboldt 11.5¢
- Pocahontas 11.5¢
- Garner 18.3¢
- Eagle Grove 11.5¢
- Forest City 18.3¢
- Clarion 11.5¢
- Laurens 18.3¢
- Belmond 18.3¢
ZIP codes: 50511
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Algona?
Most homes in Algona get power from Interstate Power and Light Co., where residential customers pay an average of 18.29¢/kWh including all charges. The Iowa average is 14.13¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Algona: Iowa Lakes Electric Co-op (14.19¢).
What is the average electric bill in Algona?
About $135 a month, based on 739 kWh a month (the average for Interstate Power and Light Co. customers) at 18.29¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Algona, IA?
2 utilities serve Algona's ZIP codes: Interstate Power and Light Co., Iowa Lakes Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Algona?
In 2025, customers in Kossuth County averaged 4 hr 24 min without power. Outages hit 34 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-03-05, when 1,586 customers (20.6%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.