Electricity rates in Bedford, IA
Bedford (1,415 people, Taylor County) is served by 2 electric utilities. Homes on MidAmerican Energy Co. pay about 11.46¢/kWh, 19% less than the Iowa average.
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Electric companies serving Bedford
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MidAmerican Energy Co. | Investor-owned utility | 11.46¢ | $95 | 640K | 205 |
| Interstate Power and Light Co. | Investor-owned utility | 18.29¢ | $135 | 419K | 89 |
Power outages in Taylor County right now
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Outage history in Taylor County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 373 | 575 |
| Days with outages | 18 | 16 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,654 (56%) | 1,645 (55.7%) |
| Worst day | 2024-05-01 | 2025-07-30 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (373 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
- Lenox 18.3¢
- Clarinda 11.5¢
- Corning 11.5¢
- Villisca 11.5¢
- Mount Ayr 18.3¢
- Creston 18.3¢
- Shenandoah 11.5¢
- Red Oak 11.5¢
- Lamoni 18.3¢
- Greenfield 11.5¢
ZIP codes: 50833
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Bedford?
Most homes in Bedford get power from MidAmerican Energy Co., where residential customers pay an average of 11.46¢/kWh including all charges. The Iowa average is 14.13¢ and the U.S. average 17.99¢. Other utilities serving parts of Bedford: Interstate Power and Light Co. (18.29¢).
What is the average electric bill in Bedford?
About $95 a month, based on 828 kWh a month (the average for MidAmerican Energy Co. customers) at 11.46¢/kWh. Homes with electric heat, pools or EVs pay more.
Who is the electric company in Bedford, IA?
2 utilities serve Bedford's ZIP codes: MidAmerican Energy Co., Interstate Power and Light Co.. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Bedford?
In 2025, customers in Taylor County averaged 9 hr 35 min without power. Outages hit 16 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-07-30, when 1,645 customers (55.7%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.