Electricity rates in Belle Plaine, IA
Belle Plaine (2,475 people, Benton 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 Belle Plaine
| Utility | Type | Rate | Avg bill | Homes (statewide) | Outage min |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Interstate Power and Light Co. | Investor-owned utility | 18.29¢ | $135 | 419K | 89 |
| East-Central Iowa Rural Electric Co-op | Electric cooperative | 13.52¢ | $192 | 7,417 | 67 |
Power outages in Benton County right now
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Outage history in Benton County
| 2024 | 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Outage minutes per customer | 69 | 87 |
| Days with outages | 34 | 32 |
| Most customers out at once | 1,806 (13.4%) | 2,555 (18.9%) |
| Worst day | 2024-07-16 | 2025-07-11 |
Outage minutes by month, 2025
More outage time than 2024 (69 min). Data: ORNL EAGLE-I county outage snapshots every 15 minutes, covering all utilities in the county.
Nearby cities
ZIP codes: 52208
Frequently asked questions
What is the electricity rate in Belle Plaine?
Most homes in Belle Plaine 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 Belle Plaine: East-Central Iowa Rural Electric Co-op (13.52¢).
What is the average electric bill in Belle Plaine?
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 Belle Plaine, IA?
2 utilities serve Belle Plaine's ZIP codes: Interstate Power and Light Co., East-Central Iowa Rural Electric Co-op. Which one serves you depends on your street address.
How often does the power go out in Belle Plaine?
In 2025, customers in Benton County averaged 87 min without power. Outages hit 32 days of the year, and the worst day was 2025-07-11, when 2,555 customers (18.9%) were out. Source: ORNL EAGLE-I.